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Device Problems
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993); Loosening of Implant Not Related to Bone-Ingrowth (4002)
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Patient Problems
Fall (1848); Bone Fracture(s) (1870)
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Event Date 02/07/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported the patient underwent a left hip revision four months post implantation due a femur fracture after a fall.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Concomitant medical products: 00801803603 femoral head sterile product do not resterilize 12/14 taper 64542135.010000936 g7 hi-wall e1 liner 36mm f 7113477.110010245 g7 osseoti 4 hole shell 54mm f 7242288.Report source foreign: australia.Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.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 further reported that when the patient fell and fractured the femur, it caused loosening.No further information is available.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional and/or corrected information.Component code: mechanical (g04)- stem.No product was returned or pictures provided; visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.Review of the device history record identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.Review of complaint history found no additional related issues for this item and the reported part and lot combination.Medical records were not provided.It was noted the femur fractured after a fall.However, as the reason for the fall is unknown, a definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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