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Device Problem
Positioning Problem (3009)
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Patient Problem
Insufficient Information (4580)
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Event Date 12/15/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that the during a hip arthroplasty, the femoral stem fitting failed due to the stem being too far down.No additional information was available. .
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4) g2: foreign: country: france customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.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.H6: component code: mechanical (g04)- stem.The product was returned and evaluated.Medical records were not provided.A visual examination of the returned product identified scratches on the neck relief and distal stem.Bio debris was noted on the stem coating from use.No other damage was noted.The dimensions of the stem were measured, and all dimensions were found to meet product specifications.A review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.The reported event is not related to a combination of products; therefore, a compatibility review is not applicable.There was no problem found with the returned device.The dimensions met product specifications.This reported issue could not be confirmed.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 event information is available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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