Catalog Number 6020-0130 |
Device Problems
Corroded (1131); Entrapment of Device (1212)
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Patient Problem
No Code Available (3191)
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Event Date 04/09/2014 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported that the surgeon has expressed concerns with accolade tmzf stem in regards to the trunion.He has experienced the head impinging on the neck of the stem causing trunninosis.The case involved a very large head size on the stem (40mm+) which could lead to the head impinging on the stem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was noted that the device is currently implanted.Additional information has been requested and if received, will be provided in the supplemental report upon completion of the investigation.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding corrosion and possible trunnionosis involving an accolade stem was reported.The event was not confirmed.Conclusions: the exact cause of the event could not be determined as further information such as pre- and post-operative x-rays as well as patient history and follow-up notes are needed to complete the investigation for determining root cause.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the surgeon has expressed concerns with accolade tmzf stem in regards to the trunion.He has experienced the head impinging on the neck of the stem causing trunninosis.The case involved a very large head size on the stem (40mm+) which could lead to the head impinging on the stem.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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