| Model Number |
6260-5-332 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Degraded (1153); Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Inflammation (1932); Metal Related Pathology (4530)
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| Date of Event |
10/13/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Review of the device history records indicate devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no relevant reported discrepancies.There have been no other similar events for the lot referenced.It was noted that the device is not available for evaluation.Should additional information become available, it will be provided in a supplemental report upon completion of the investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient's left hip was revised due to gross trunnion failure.The femoral head was reported to be toggling on the worn down trunnion, and black tissue was noted.The patient's entire hip construct was revised in order for the surgeon to clear all metal debris from the joint.The rep can provide additional pictures and reported that no further information will be released by the hospital or surgeon.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Reported event: an event regarding fretting involving a metal head was reported.The event was confirmed based on provided photos method & results: device evaluation and results: material analysis, functional and dimensional inspections could not be performed as the device was not returned.Visual inspection - as per the provided photos, it shows to be recently explanted with blood tissues and blood on them.There appears to be accumulated metal debris within the taper area of the femoral head.Provided video confirms head to be toggling on the worn down trunnion.Clinical review: no medical records were received for review with a clinical consultant . product history review: review indicated all devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no reported discrepancies.Complaint history review: review indicated there have been no other similar events for the reported lot.Conclusion: an event regarding fretting involving metal head was reported.The event was confirmed based on provided photos.As per the provided photos, it shows to be recently explanted with blood tissues and blood on them.There appears to be accumulated metal debris within the taper area of the femoral head.Provided video confirms head to be toggling on the worn down trunnion.The exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient medical information was provided.Further information such as more medical documentation, patient history, demographics are needed.If additional information are received, this investigation will be reopened and re-evaluated.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient's left hip was revised due to gross trunnion failure.The femoral head was reported to be toggling on the worn down trunnion, and black tissue was noted.The patient's entire hip construct was revised in order for the surgeon to clear all metal debris from the joint.The rep can provide additional pictures and reported that no further information will be released by the hospital or surgeon.
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