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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRN II BCS BOX PREP GD SZ3-5; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED
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| Model Number |
74012575 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Material Fragmentation (1261); 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 |
05/14/2021
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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 and inspection, it was noticed that the journey ii bcs box prep gd size 3-5 was old and worn out, with metal thinning and chipping off.No case involved.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The returned device has visible burrs and marring on the external surfaces rendering the device inoperable.The device was manufactured in 2013 and shows signs of extensive use.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints and assessed for any necessary corrective actions.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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