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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II TKA FEM SIZING GDE RT; PROSTH, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, CEMENTED, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Model Number |
74012456 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Loose or Intermittent Connection (1371); Mechanical Problem (1384)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/18/2021
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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 set up for a tka, the journey ii tka fem sizing gde right did not lock in place after adjustment.There was no significant delay and the procedure was finished using a smith & nephew back up.Patient was not harmed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H6: the device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.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 review of the complaint history for the listed part revealed no prior complaints for the listed failure mode with the same batch number.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, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or 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.
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