(b)(4).D10: 00877503601 item name bioloxâ® delta, ceramic femoral head, s, 㸠36/-3.5, taper 12/14 lot # unk.G2: foreign: australia.The device will not be returned for analysis as it¿s location is not known; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted h3 other text : device location is unknown.
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional and/or corrected information.Proposed component code: mechanical (g04): stem.Visual examination of the provided picture identified the explanted head and stem, covered in bio-debris.No further evaluation can be made from the provided picture.Review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.Review of complaint history found no additional related issues for this item and the reported part and lot combination.Radiographs were provided and reviewed by a health care professional.Review of the available records identified the following: left tha with periprosthetic fracture of the medial aspect of the proximal femoral diaphysis.It was reported the patient suffered a periprosthetic fracture due to a fall.However, as the reason for the fall is unknown, a definitive root cause cannot be determined.This complaint was confirmed based on the provided x-rays.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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