Product complaint # : (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination of the returned device confirms the reported event of bracket breakage and fading of the markings on the bottom of the instrument case.Upon further investigation, there was opportunity to strengthen some of the brackets in this case, which was done by creating a solid spine across the base of six rows of brackets.This design change was incorporated via revision e of drawing (b)(4).Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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