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Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problems
Pain (1994); Metal Related Pathology (4530)
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Event Date 05/16/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).(b)(6).Concomitant medical products: 10-104052-m2a-t m/h rad 2hl shl 41/52mm-705650; 15-105044- m2a tpr hi carbon 41/32mm lnr- 256070; unknown- unknown bi-metric stem- unknown.Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0001825034 - 2022 - 01421.Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation, surgeon didn't approve for return.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported patient underwent a revision surgery approximately 13 years post implantation due to metallosis and pain.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.H6 component code: mechanical (g04) - head.Visual examination of the provided pictures identified the articulation surface of the head and shell show damage and scuffing.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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No additional information on the reported event.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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