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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem (2975)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/31/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Foreign: country: (b)(6).Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0001825034-2021-01863, 0001825034-2021-01865.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported circulated items were investigated and identified debris in sterile packaging.No patient involvement.No additional information.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: b4, b5, d4, g3, h2, h3, h4, h6.Upon receipt of additional information, it has been determined that this device did not contain any debris that would compromise sterility.The initial report was forwarded in error and should be voided.Reported event was confirmed due to the review of medical records.Evaluation of the returned product/photographs provided confirmed there is white debris inside the sterile packaging which is consistent with the appearance of foam debris from the foam packaging inside the sterile barrier.The reported event is confirmed.Device history record (dhr) was reviewed and no discrepancies were found.The likely condition of the product when it left zimmer biomet was conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event is likely to be due to transit damage causing the foam packaging to become abraded and shed.A corrective action has been initiated to address the issue.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 or Problem Description
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Upon receipt of additional information, it has been determined that this device did not contain any debris that would compromise sterility.The initial report was forwarded in error and should be voided.
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