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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Packaging Problem (3007)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/11/2021
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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)(6).Report source: (b)(6).Product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.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: 0001825034-2021-02574, 0001825034-2021-02579.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during inspection of circulated items, the sterile packaging was damaged.It is unknown if the sterility of the product has been compromised.There was no patient involvement.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The reported event is confirmed.Evaluation of the returned products confirmed damage to the sterile packaging blister.Sterility has not been compromised.Review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.The likely condition of the products when they left zimmer biomet was conforming to specifications.The root cause of the reported event is likely due to transit damage.Upon further investigation, it has been determined that the packaging meets the acceptable criteria specifications and the sterility has not been breached.This event is no longer considered reportable.Therefore, the initial report should be voided.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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No additional information on the reported event.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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