| Model Number |
UNIVERSAL GLENOID - INLAY MEDIUM |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Metal Related Pathology (4530)
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| Date of Event |
02/23/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be determined as the device was not returned for evaluation.The root cause of the event could not be determined from the information available and without device evaluation.If the device becomes available for evaluation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a revision surgery was necessary due to a progressive polyethylene degradation with metallosis.No further information was provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The complaint cannot be confirmed based on the customer provided photos, which are unclear to conclude that the material has degraded.However, without return of the device for physical evaluation, the cause remains undetermined.No change in harm was identified.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The complaint allegation cannot be confirmed based on the customer provided photos, which are unclear to conclude that the material has degraded.Based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to a patient-specific event.
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