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H3, h6: the device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, product analysis could not be performed at this time.So the reported event could not be confirmed.A medical investigation was conducted and confirms per complaint details, after a tka a patient suffered a (ae#1) right quadriceps tendon rupture, which was reportedly resolved via surgical repair.No further information has been provided as of the date of this assessment; therefore, the root cause cannot be fully assessed.Based on the information provided, patient impact beyond the reported tendon rupture and subsequent surgical repair would not be anticipated as no patient injury or surgical delay was alleged.No further medical assessment is warranted at this time.Should additional information/ documentation become available, the clinical/medical task may be re-opened for further evaluation.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of risk management files and instructions for use found that the reported failure was documented appropriately.Factors and/or some potential probable causes that could contribute to the reported event have been identified as overuse or excessive pressure on the joint, injury, infection and/or patient condition.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the actual product involved and/or device information, our investigation cannot proceed.If the device or new information is received in the future, this complaint can be re-opened.No further actions are being taken at this time.We consider this investigation closed.
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