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Device Problem
Metal Shedding Debris (1804)
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Patient Problems
Debris, Bone Shedding (1803); Reaction (2414); No Code Available (3191)
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Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product was not returned for evaluation due to unknown location.Reported event was unable to be confirmed as part number / lot number of device involved in the incident is unknown.Device history record (dhr) review was unable to be performed as the lot number of the device involved in the event is unknown.Root cause was unable to be determined as the necessary information to adequately investigate the reported event was not provided.There are warnings in the package insert that this type of event can occur and risks are addressed in risk documentation: under possible adverse effects: under possible adverse effects: material sensitivity reactions.(b)(4).If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.(b)(4).This report is being submitted late as it has been identified in remediation.Product location unknown.
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Event Description
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Information was received based on review of a journal article entitled, "mean 5-year clinical and radiographic outcomes of cement less total hip arthroplasty in patients under the age of 30".One patient was identified in the article requiring a revision due to metallosis and debris.No loosening identified and patient was revised to metal on polyethylene.There has been no further information provided and the patient outcome is unknown.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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