| Catalog Number |
113635 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Packaging Problem (3007)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
11/12/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the box was damaged inside making the stem implant unsterile.The stem was not implanted.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Visual examination of the returned product packaging/provided picture identified the blister to be damaged.The packaging was returned opened, and photo shows packaging after opening, therefore the sterility of the device cannot be determined.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.The condition of the device when it left zimmer biomet is conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event can be attributed to transit damage.The device evaluation found no malfunction and the event did not contribute to injury, therefore this would not be considered a reportable event.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information is available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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