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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II BCS ART ISRT TRL SZ 3-4 12MM RT; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL
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| Model Number |
74035234 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Patient Involvement (2645)
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| Date of Event |
10/26/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the journey ii bcs art insert trial size 3-4 12mm right has developed a slight crack.There was no case involved.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference case-(b)(4).Results of investigation: the associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device is fractured on the mating surface preventing the device from performing as designed.The device was manufactured in 2013 and shows signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.
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