SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II CR LKG FEM IMP BUMPER RT; PROSTHESIS,KNEE,PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL,SEMICONSTRAINED,CEMENTED,POLYMERMETAL
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Model Number 74011857 |
Device Problems
Break (1069); Shipping Damage or Problem (1570)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 12/02/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, a jrny ii cr lkg fem imp bumper rt broke in shipping when tray opened in tote.As this was notice in a field inspection, not patient was involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.The manufacturing process of the device did not contribute to the reported event.A visual inspection of the jrny ii cr lkg fem imp bumper rt was conducted and confirmed the device is broken.However, it could not be confirmed that the event happened during transit.The other piece was not returned with the device.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor future complaints and investigate as necessary.Additional information: d3 and d8/d9.
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