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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. R3 LNR MPACTOR HD II 50-54MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
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| Model Number |
71366451 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Crack (1135); Scratched Material (3020)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
06/25/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal reference de number case (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during inspection a r3 lnr impactor hd ii was noticed scratched and cracked.As this was noticed in a non-surgical environment, there was not any patient involved.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection was conducted and confirmed that the r3 lnr mpactor hd ii 50-54mm is damaged.The device is scratched, cracked, and worn which causes it to not properly function.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 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 future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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