SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. R3 LNR MPACTOR HD II 28MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
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Model Number 71366428 |
Device Problem
Break (1069)
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Patient Problem
No Patient Involvement (2645)
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Event Date 10/23/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during inspection the head of the r3 lnr mpactor hd ii 28mm was found broken.No case related, therefore no patient involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device, intended for use in treatment was returned for evaluation.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The head of the device is cracked, rendering it inoperable.The device show signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Expected wear/tear is likely the probable cause of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaints will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for these complaints; however we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.
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