Investigation results: aesculap ag did not receive a product for investigation.Therefore the investigation results are based on device history review.Device history review: the device quality and manufacturing history records have been checked for all leading device(s) lot numbers and the products found to be according to our specification valid at the time of production.There a no similar complaints against the same lot number.Conclusion/preventive measures: on basis of the available information as well as the investigation results a clear root cause conclusion cannot be drawn.There is no indication fo a material-, manufacturing- or design- related failure.In the event that the complaint sample will be provided for investigation in the future, an update of this report will be provided unsolicited.Based upon the investigation results, a capa is not necessary.
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It was reported that there was an issue with the product nk1002t - corehip std cementless 12/14 size 2.According to the complaint description, there was a fracture around the stem observed approx.Five (5) weeks after total hip arthroplasty surgery.The fracture probably occurred when the patient was walking up steps.According to manufacturer's reporting evaluation in accordance with 21 cfr part 803, section 803.3, this event is considered reportable for the following reason - adverse event (not later than 30 days).The assessment for the reportability of this adverse event was based on the patient harm, revision surgery.Additional information was not provided nor available.Additional patient information is not available.The adverse event is filed under aesculap ag reference no.(b)(4).
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