SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. R3 20 DEG XLPE ACET LNR 36MM X 54MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, CEMENTED
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Model Number 71335754 |
Device Problem
Incomplete or Inadequate Connection (4037)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 06/09/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a thr surgery on june 9th, a r3 20 degrees xlpe acet lneer36mm x 54mm would not seat into the cup.Another r3 20 degrees xlpe acet lneer36mm x 54mm was opened and seated perfectly.No surgical delay or injuries reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H6: the device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A complaint history review found related failures for the listed device; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Some potential probable causes for this event could include a fit/ sizing issue or poor insertion technique.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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