Catalog Number 157011135 |
Device Problem
Appropriate Term/Code Not Available (3191)
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Patient Problems
Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907); Pain (1994); Scarring (2061); Synovitis (2094); Tissue Damage (2104); Discomfort (2330); Limited Mobility Of The Implanted Joint (2671)
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Event Date 05/16/2016 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This complaint is still under investigation.Depuy will notify the fda of the results of this investigation once it has been completed.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Depuy synthes has been informed that the lot number is not available.
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Event Description
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Patient revised to address elevated metal ion levels and pain.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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No device associated with this report was received for examination.A worldwide lot specific complaint database search, or device history record (dhr) review was not possible because the required lot code(s) was not provided.Based on previous investigations this complication of joint replacement is unlikely to have been the result of a device failing to meet required specifications.The information received will be retained for potential series investigations if triggered by trend analysis, post market surveillance, or other events within the quality system.Corrective action was not indicated.Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Depuy still considers the investigation closed.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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Update oct 26, 2017: pfs and medical records received.Pfs also alleges difficulty moving and fluid buildup around the hip.After review of medical records for mdr reportability, it was reported that the patient was revised to address pain and mild synovitis.Revision notes reported bursitis, clear yellow joint fluid, scar tissue, and no signs of alval, metal debris and trunnionosis.Updated part and lot information.This complaint was updated on: nov 01, 2017.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Investigation summary: no device associated with this report was received for examination.The information received will be retained for potential series investigations if triggered by trend analysis, post market surveillance, or other events within the quality system.Depuy considers the investigation closed.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch , a follow-up medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.
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Event Description
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Ppf alleged pseudotumor.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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