It was reported by a nurse at an allergist's office that a patient had right shoulder-reverse total shoulder arthroplasty on (b)(6) 2017.During the surgery the following products (lot numbers unknown) were implanted in the patient: ar-9501-06p universal reverse humeral stem, ar-9502-36rcpc universal reverse cup, ar-9145-30 universal glenoid peripheral locking screw (qty unknown) and ar-9120-01 universal glenoid baseplate small.It has been reported that patient began having reaction type symptoms, low grade temperature - pain - rash, almost immediately after the procedure which has persisted.No cultures have been taken however blood work taken showed no infection indicated.Patient is being seen by an allergist to attempt to determine if patient may have an allergy to the arthrex implants.Material composition of the products has been provided to the reporter.
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