(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0002648920-2023-00274.D10: cat#: 00626001800 / cup positioner / lot #: 63823406.Cat #: 00630505636 / xlpe 0 deg poly liner 56x36 / lot #: 65368997.G2: chile.No product was returned or pictures provided.Visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.The complaint was confirmed based on the returned fractured inserter.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.User error was identified upon using the instrument after breakage, as per ifu 87-6203-999-23, do not use instruments that are damaged as they may not perform as intended.User error was also identified upon insertion of the liner into the shell.Once the locking ring came out and was deformed the ring and/or shell should have been replaced.According to the ifu 87-6203-911-23, any component should not be used if damage is found or caused during set up or insertion.Furthermore, the rim impactor or positioner cap should be used to impact the cup as per page 4 of the trabecular metal acetabular surgical technique, not a smaller test cup.Additionally, the surgical technique states on page 7 that if upon inspection it is determined the locking ring is not functioning properly or has become damaged, it must be replaced to insert the liner.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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It was reported that during the procedure, the impactor handle broke and the surgeon decided to use what was left of the handle to complete the procedure.While impacting with the broken handle, the locking ring became dislodged and was unable to be reinserted.As a result, the liner was cemented into the shell.Attempts have been made and no further information is available.
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