MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. COMPREHENSIVE REVERSE SHOULDER HUMERAL TRAY WITH LOCKING RING 44MM; SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION

Catalog Number 115370

Device Problems Positioning Failure (1158); Fracture (1260)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 02/02/2024

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4) d10: associated product information, part number (lot number): ¿ unknown bearing (unknown) g2: foreign - the event occurred in the united kingdom the customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation as it was discarded.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.If any further information is found that would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

Event Description

It was reported during a total shoulder arthroplasty, the surgeon was attempting to seat the polyethylene bearing within the humeral tray using manual pressure on the back table.After multiple attempts, the implants assembled.The surgeon noted that the ring appeared to be bent initially, and after assembly, the metal ring was observed to be fractured at the edge of the ring, resulting in the tray and polyethylene bearing coming apart with little effort.The surgeon used a backup tray and the original bearing to complete the procedure without further issues.There was no harm to the patient as a result of the malfunction.Attempts have been made, and no further information has been provided.

Event Description

No further event information available at the time of this report.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated: b4; b5; d2; g2; g3; g6; h1; h2; h3; h6.Visual examination of the provided pictures identified the ring broke on the device.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.Medical records were not provided.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.

• Brand Name: COMPREHENSIVE REVERSE SHOULDER HUMERAL TRAY WITH LOCKING RING 44MM
• Type of Device: SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION
• Manufacturer (Section D): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer (Section G): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer Contact: jennifer rapsavage ; 56 e. bell dr.; warsaw, IN 46582 ; 5745260384
• MDR Report Key: 18825677
• MDR Text Key: 336767846
• Report Number: 0001825034-2024-00608
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: PHX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00880304543201
• UDI-Public: (01)00880304543201(17)330819(10)66157763
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: UK
• PMA/PMN Number: K193373
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/14/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 115370
• Device Lot Number: 66157763
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 02/05/2024
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/04/2024
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/08/2024
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/15/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/19/2023
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Removal/Correction Number: NI
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: H10
• Patient Sex: Prefer Not To Disclose