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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN RK HK OFFSET COUPLER TRIAL STD 4MM; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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| Catalog Number |
71431909 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Deformation (2976)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/15/2021
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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 the inner hex on a lgn rk hk offset coupler trial std 4mm is stripped.As this was noticed during inspection, no case was involved.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device, intended for use in treatment, was returned for evaluation.A visual inspection was performed and confirmed the coupler has damaged threads.A review of the device history records for the listed batch did not reveal any deviation from the standard manufacturing processes.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation 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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