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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SPEED PIN QK CONNECT ADAPTER; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, NON-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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| Model Number |
74013489 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
07/20/2021
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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, a speed pin qk connect adapter was broken.As this was noticed upon field inspection, there was not patient involvement.
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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 device has some separation at the pinch point and would not hold a pin, rendering the device inoperative.The device has some burrs and nicks along the inside which may be signs of attempted prying to open the device.The device shows signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.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.Additional information: d3 and d8/d9.
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