SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. UNKN GENESIS KNEE INSTR; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL
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Catalog Number UNKNOWN |
Device Problems
Flaked (1246); Peeled/Delaminated (1454)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 01/24/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during mdr (medical device reprocessing), the department discovered two (2) inserts that are peeling and flaking.No case involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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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 during mdr (medical device reprocessing), the department discovered two (2) inserts that are peeling and flaking.No case involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the devices were not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.These devices are reusable instruments that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.The contribution of the devices to the reported event could not be corroborated.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 devices 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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