MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. TPRLC XR T1 PPS 15X150MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP

Model Number N/A

Device Problem Packaging Problem (3007)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 02/14/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).Report source: japan.Product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for the investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0001825034 -2023 -00460; 0001825034 -2023 -00461.

Event Description

It was reported that during warehouse inspection, the sterile packaging was found to be damaged.It is unknown if the sterile barrier has been breached.There was no patient involvement.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.

Manufacturer Narrative

This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected.Updated: d9; g3; h2; h3; h6.Visual evaluation of the returned product identified damage to the sterile packaging (blister).Sterility has not been compromised.The reported event has been confirmed by evaluation of the returned product.Evaluation of the returned product/photographs provided confirmed there is white debris inside the sterile packaging which is consistent with the appearance of foam debris from the foam packaging inside the sterile barrier.The reported event is confirmed by evaluation of the returned product.Review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.The condition of the device when it left zimmer biomet is conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event can be attributed to transit damage and a packaging design issue.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.

Event Description

No additional event information to report at this time.

• Brand Name: TPRLC XR T1 PPS 15X150MM
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP
• Manufacturer (Section D): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer (Section G): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer Contact: jennifer rapsavage ; 56 e. bell dr.; warsaw, IN 46582 ; 5745260384
• MDR Report Key: 16500924
• MDR Text Key: 310960155
• Report Number: 0001825034-2023-00459
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LPH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00880304517165
• UDI-Public: (01)00880304517165(17)310113(10)6927592
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K120030
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/26/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: N/A
• Device Catalogue Number: 51-105150
• Device Lot Number: 6927592
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 02/14/2023
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/08/2023
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/26/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 06/13/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/13/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Removal/Correction Number: N/A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1