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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN OFFSET COUPLER TRIAL 4MM; PROSTH, KNEE, PATE/FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, UNCEM, PORO, COAT, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Model Number |
71434304 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Unstable (1667); Component Missing (2306); Naturally Worn (2988)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/10/2021
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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 during an office inspection process, was found that the legion offset coupler trial 4mm is worn and loose as it is missing a set screw.There was no case involved.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the legion offset coupler trial appears to be worn with some screws missing.This device was manufactured in 2014.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history on the listed part revealed no prior complaints for the listed batch with the same failure mode.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.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We consider this investigation closed.D9 and h3: device returned.
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