SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. DBL OFFSET BROACH HDLE RT; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CMNTD, METAL
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Model Number 71360090 |
Device Problems
Break (1069); Loose or Intermittent Connection (1371); Naturally Worn (2988)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 09/08/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, during a thr surgery a dbl offset broach handle rt was broken, not completely broken but clamping/grip of instrument is worn and does not grip the lock the broach as well anymore.Surgery was finished with the same device with less than 30 minutes of surgical delay.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A complaint history review found related failures for the listed batch; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we have no 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 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 is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection was conducted and confirmed the stated failure mode.A visual inspection was conducted and confirmed the metal piece in the middle of the device is loose/broken, rendering it inoperative.This device also has significant signs of wear and usage.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed similar events for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.A contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated as the device shows signs of damage/wear.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.D4, h4.
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