It was reported that after an initial bunion surgery on (b)(6) 2019, all hardware was removed in a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2020 due to pain and swelling.No devices were returned for evaluation.The device history records for the sk14 were reviewed and no issues were identified during the manufacture or release of the device that could have contributed to what was reported.Upon removal, the patient's bones were completely fused and no malfunctions were found with any tmc hardware.Although a number of factors could have contributed to what was reported, the most likely cause cannot be determined.The company will supplement this mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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It was reported that after an initial bunion surgery on (b)(6) 2019, all hardware was removed in a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2020 due to pain and swelling.There were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device, nor were there any reported issues with placement of the device or healing of the surgical site.
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