Model Number N/A |
Device Problems
Flaked (1246); Peeled/Delaminated (1454)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/23/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for the investigation as the product location is unknown.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a hip procedure, the stem was impacted then removed for a bigger size.Upon removing it was found that the porous coating flaked off and was stuck to the bone.The wound was irrigated to remove the coating with no harm or injury to the patient.The surgery was completed with a second implant successfully.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Reported event was unable to be confirmed due to limited information provided by the customer.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies were found.The root cause is unable to be determined.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 Description
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No additional event information to report at this time.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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