Model Number 1219-28-050 |
Device Problem
Naturally Worn (2988)
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Patient Problems
Pain (1994); Distress (2329); Ambulation Difficulties (2544); Cramp(s) /Muscle Spasm(s) (4521)
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Event Date 10/29/2018 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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The patient was revised to address pain.The stem was also fractured and had to be removed well ingrown sleeve and distal aspect of the fractured stem.Doi: unknown; dor: (b)(6) 2018; right hip.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # = > (b)(4).D4-the device catalog number is unknown; therefore, udi is unavailable.Initial reporter occupation: lawyer depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary : the device was not returned to depuy synthes for evaluation, however photos were provided for review.Review of the provided photos revealed that complaint condition cannot be confirmed since the device is not clearly shown in the evidence provided.No evidence of wear or deterioration of polyethylene material was observed.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.Device history lot : the product investigation found no evidence suspecting an error in the manufacturing or material that would be a contributing factor in the reported allegation(s).A manufacturing records evaluation (mre) was not performed.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary: no device associated with this report was received for examination.The information received will be retained for potential series investigations if triggered by trend analysis, post market surveillance, or other events within the quality system.Depuy considers the investigation closed.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.Device history lot: a manufacturing record evaluation (mre), was not possible because the required lot code was not provided.
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Event Description
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Medical records received.Physical therapy lower extremity functional scale survey results in (b)(6) 2016 indicate a marked disability in running, lifting heavy items, or performing heavy activities around the home.The patient walks with the assistance of a cane.The patient indicated in the survey she has a medical history of obesity, hypertension, arthritis, and osteoporosis, and has a pacemaker implanted, as well as bilateral total hip replacements.It was reported that the primary right hip had been implanted in 2006, and the left hip had been implanted in (b)(6) 2016.This information precedes the current right hip adverse event and revision.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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