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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII P/S CONS HOUSING REAM DOME; PROSTH, KNEE, PATE/FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, UNCEM, PORO, COAT, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Model Number |
71440145 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Dull, Blunt (2407)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/27/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during tka procedure three gii p/s cons housing ream domes were found worn and not cutting through bone anymore.There was a change in technique due to this malfunction.A delay of less than 30 min was reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The affected complaint device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, a product analysis could not be performed and complaint could not be confirmed.The clinical/medical evaluation concluded that this case reports that during a tka surgery, three reamer domes were worn and not cutting the bone.Per complaint detail, the procedure was completed using a change in technique, with no harm to the patient and minimal delay.Therefore, no further clinical assessment is warranted.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints and assessed for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.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.Without the return of the actual product involved or product information, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or 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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