Catalog Number 51-100060 |
Device Problems
Loosening of Implant Not Related to Bone-Ingrowth (4002); Migration (4003)
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Patient Problem
Bone Fracture(s) (1870)
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Event Date 12/08/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2: south korea.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported during a clinical study a patient underwent a left hip revision approximately eight months post implantation due to aseptic loosening, subsidence and a bone fracture.The stem was removed and replaced.Attempts have been made and no further information is available.
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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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(b)(4).Proposed component code: mechanical (g04)- stem.Visual examination of the returned product identified there are scratches on the body and to the taper.Bio-debris was noted to the porous coating.No other damage was noted.Medical records were provided and reviewed by a health care professional.Review of the available records identified the following: two weeks after the initial, the patient suffered a periprosthetic fracture from a fall due to walking in the rain.An orif was performed with no components revised.Eight months later, the patient was revised due to femoral loosening and subsidence, with a bone fracture noted.The stem was revised with an unknown product.The complaint was confirmed based on the provided medical records.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.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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Search Alerts/Recalls
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