An event regarding tibial loosening involving a triathlon ts baseplate component was reported.The event was confirmed during clinician review of the x-rays provided.Device evaluation and results: not performed as product was not returned a review of the provided medical records and x-rays by a clinical consultant confirms loss of cemented fixation of a tibial component in a ps tka occurred, however, the root cause cannot be determined as insufficient information was available.All devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no relevant reported discrepancies.There have been no other similar events for the reported lot.A review of the provided medical records and x-rays by a clinical consultant confirms loss of cemented fixation of a tibial component in a ps tka occurred however, the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Additional information, including: operative reports, surgical implant records from the surgeries, dated pre and post op x-rays/imaging from the index and revision surgeries, outpatient office/clinic notes, implant retrieval are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.
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