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Device Problem
Loosening of Implant Not Related to Bone-Ingrowth (4002)
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Patient Problems
Bone Fracture(s) (1870); Failure of Implant (1924); Osteopenia/ Osteoporosis (2651)
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Event Date 10/01/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported the patient underwent an initial left total hip arthroplasty.Subsequently, the patient was revised approximately 3 months later due to a displaced periprosthetic femur fracture.Intraoperatively, loosening of the stem as well as significantly osteoporotic bone were noted.The head and stem were exchanged and the fracture was reduced and stabilized.There were no complications and further information is unknown at this time.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2: foreign: australia.Cat# 802203603 lot# 3017505 zb 12/14 cocr hd 36mm x +3.5.Cat# 00801102032 lot# 65725543 allen medullary cement plugs 1-32 mm diameter flange/16mm diameter core store in cool dry place.Cat# 110010244 lot# 7515464 g7 osseoti 3 hole shell 52mm e.Cat# 010000936 lot# 6854152 g7 hi-wall e1 liner 36mm f.Cat# 66044274 lot# d105 palacospro 75g.The customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation as its location is unknown.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional 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(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.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 information at the time of this report.
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