Catalog Number 509-02-60F |
Device Problems
Mechanical Problem (1384); Material Separation (1562); Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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Patient Problems
Injury (2348); No Code Available (3191)
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Event Date 05/30/2015 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported that the patient had a hip revision due to disassociation of mdm metal liner separating from shell.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The catalog number and lot code were not provided.The device was reported to be an unknown shell.It was noted that the device is not available for evaluation due to hospital policy.Additional information has been requested and if received, will be provided in the supplemental report upon completion of the investigation.Not available.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding disassociation involving a mdm liner and a tritanium shell was reported.The event was confirmed from the x-ray provided.Method & results: a visual, functional and dimensional inspection was not performed as the device was not returned for analysis.A review of the provided information by a clincal consultant could confirm the event from the x-ray provided.However operative reports and examination of explanted components are needed to evaluate the event further.All devices in the reported lot were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no reported discrepancies.There have been no other events for the reported lot.Conclusions: the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Further information such as return of device, operative reports,patient history & follow-up notes are needed to investigate this event further.If additional information or device becomes available, this investigation will be reopened.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the patient had a hip revision due to disassociation of mdm metal liner separating from shell.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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