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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN OFFSET COUPLER TRIAL 4MM; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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| Model Number |
71434304 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Connection Problem (2900)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
12/02/2020
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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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Reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during a revision surgery (revision of a zimmer total knee) the adapter on the lgn offset coupler trial 4mm did not work, it will not screw onto other trials.There was no delay.A s&n back up instrument was available to complete the procedure.No injuries reported at this time.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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Results of investigation: the associated device, used in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The returned device has damaged internal threads rendering the device inoperable.The device was manufactured in 2010 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.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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