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Device Problem
Positioning Problem (3009)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 12/01/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Concomitant medical products: unknown broach.Product has been received by zimmer biomet and 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 that the surgeon attempted to use a size 11 high offset taperloc stem in the patient, and it was noted that the stem was set too proud.However, when the surgeon had initially put the broach down, it was flush.Subsequently, a smaller sized stem had to be used.No additional information.
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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) - stem.One tprlc 133 t1 pps ho 11x142mm item#: 51-104110, lot#: 7178477 was returned and evaluated.Upon visual inspection there was a scratch noted on the flat of the stem.There was no visible damage to the threads of the device.No further damage was found on the device.Medical records were not provided.A review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.The investigation could not verify or identify any evidence of product contribution to the reported problem.The surgical technique states that the stem is designed to achieve a tight press-fit in the femoral canal and thus should sit flush or slightly proud relative to the broach.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 further event information is available at the time of this report.
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