Please note the correction in section d4 lot# more detailed information about the complaint event as well as the affected device must be available in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.The reported event could not be confirmed since the device was not returned for evaluation and no other evidences were provided.There are many clinical factors that can affect the results of any surgery, such as surgical technique, pre-operative and post-operative care, the implant, patient pathology and daily activity.Medical profession reviewed the images and noted: there are indeed signs of cyst formation (anteriorly) and some osteolysis between the tibial tray and the tibia in the posterior aspect.A loosening cannot be confirmed from the provided ct images.That diagnosis can only be made with a significant position change of the implant, or as in this case, comparison with the early postoperative imaging.That would be helpful to see if the bone changes in this case also denote loosening.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.If the device is returned or if any additional information is provided, the investigation will be reassessed.
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