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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 36 +8; PROSTHESIS,HIP,SEMICONSTRAINED,METALCERAMICPOLYMER,CEMENTEDORNON-POROUS

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 36 +8; PROSTHESIS,HIP,SEMICONSTRAINED,METALCERAMICPOLYMER,CEMENTEDORNON-POROUS Back to Search Results
Model Number 75100858
Medical Device Problem Codes Break (1069); Crack (1135)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 11/16/2021
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that a trial femoral head 36 l/+8 has cracked and broken sections.As this was noticed in a non-surgical environment, there was no patient involvement.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference case (b)(4).
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).D1: brand name updated.D4: catalog number and udi updated.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Results of investigation: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device is cracked and gouged rendering the device inoperative.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device, 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 contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated as the device shows signs of damage/wear.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.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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Brand Name
MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 36 +8
Common Device Name
PROSTHESIS,HIP,SEMICONSTRAINED,METALCERAMICPOLYMER,CEMENTEDORNON-POROUS
Manufacturer (Section D)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
brooks road 1450
memphis TN 38116
Manufacturer (Section G)
SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS AG
schachenallee 29
aarau CH-50 00
SZ   CH-5000
Manufacturer Contact
holly topping
7000 west william cannon drive
austin, TX 78735
5123913905
MDR Report Key12924302
Report Number9613369-2021-00419
Device Sequence Number5737333
Product Code LZO
UDI-Device Identifier07611996121919
UDI-Public07611996121919
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryUK
PMA/510(K) Number
K132435
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Other,Foreign,Consumer,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 02/15/2022
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Is this an Adverse Event Report? No
Is this a Product Problem Report? Yes
Operator of Device Health Professional
Device Model Number75100858
Device Catalogue Number71369723
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Date Returned to Manufacturer01/06/2022
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 11/16/2021
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer11/16/2021
02/07/2022
Initial Report FDA Received Date12/03/2021
Supplement Report FDA Received Date01/18/2022
02/15/2022
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) No
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device A
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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