An event regarding wear involving an unknown liner was reported.The event was not confirmed.Method and results: device evaluation and results: a visual, dimensional and functional inspection was not performed as the device was not returned for evaluation.Medical records received and evaluation: a review of the provided information by a clinical consultant concluded that :18-years of service life in a first generation polyethylene liner results in wear rates that are consistent with end of practical service life of the device, consistent with the limited facts and findings reported.Device history review could not be performed as the device lot is unknown.Complaint history review could not be performed as the device lot is unknown.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, xrays, patient history & follow-up notes are needed to investigate this event further.If additional information and/or device become available, this investigation will be reopened.
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