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This report is being submitted to relay additional information and device evaluation.The following sections are being reported: h6: investigation type codes were added: 3331, 4109, 4110, 4111 and 4114.H6: investigation findings code was added: 213.H6: investigation conclusions codes were added: 67.One (1) heal collar 4.5x5.5, 5mm (hc455) was not returned for investigation.Visual inspection could not be performed.The investigation has been performed based on the available information using the item and lot number along with the applicable device history record (dhr), instructions for use (ifu), and risk file.Based on the evaluation, device malfunction could not be verified.However, there is no existing nonconformance / capa / hhe/d / ie / product hold against the reported device that did or could cause or contribute to the reported event.Monthly post market trending review identified no adverse trends or actionable trends for the reported event or device.Zimmer biomet quality management system (qms) has controls in place to ensure the distribution of conforming product.Therefore, based on the available information, the product was within specifications and conforming when it left zimmer biomet.Dhr review was completed for the subject lot number (2021041362).It was confirmed that all operations and inspections were executed as per applicable procedure.No deviations or non-conformances, which could have caused or contributed to the reported event was noted as part of the dhr.Lot was inspected and passed all acceptance criteria by qa.Complaint history review by lot number (2021041362) was performed for similar events using keyword device malfunction and no other similar complaint was identified.Functional testing to recreate the event could not be performed without the return of the device.A definitive root cause could not be identified.However, the potential cause for the reported event is torque applied during placement/seating exceeds recommended value.No further investigation or immediate capa / hhe/d escalation is required, as the complaint investigation did not confirm the product was nonconforming at the time of distribution, and no new failure mode, harm, or hazardous situation was identified through the investigation performed.
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