Model Number N/A |
Device Problems
Corroded (1131); Material Erosion (1214)
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Patient Problems
Failure of Implant (1924); Metal Related Pathology (4530)
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Event Date 02/22/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).(b)(4).Liner ¿ unknown lot.Unknown trilogy cup ¿ unknown part and lot unknown screw ¿ unknown part and lot (b)(4).Cocr head ¿ 61322997.Product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for the investigation as the product remains implanted.The investigation is in process.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: 0002648920 - 2023 - 00046.
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Event Description
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It was reported that patient developed adverse local tissue reaction symptoms and underwent an mri that showed a large collection of fluid behind the greater trochanter.The patient also had elevated metal ion levels and ultimately underwent a revision surgery approximately 14 years post implantation.During the revision surgery, fluid was confirmed, black debris was noted on the neck and inside the femoral head.The head and liner were removed and replaced.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Event Description
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No additional event information to report at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: component code: mechanical (g04)- stem.No product was returned.Results part and lot identification are necessary for review of device history records, neither were provided for the stem.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.A summary of the investigation was sent to the customer 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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Search Alerts/Recalls
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