The devices were not returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.Non-conformance reports for all sks and sd20s were reviewed and no issues were identified during the manufacture and release of the device that could have contributed to what was reported.It was reported that after an initial bilateral bunion surgery, all hardware in one foot was removed in a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2022 due to non-union.The patient was revised with new tmc hardware.Upon removal, there were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device and no other patient outcomes were reported as a result of this event.Although a number of factors could have contributed to non-union of the patient's bones, based on feedback from the reporter, the non-union is likely a result of patient non-compliance following the initial surgery.The device is intended for fusion and non-union is a known potential adverse event identified in the instructions for use provided with the sterile kit, along with warnings related to postoperative care.The company will supplement the mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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It was reported that after an initial bilateral bunion surgery, all hardware in one foot was removed in a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2022 due to non-union.The patient was revised with new tmc hardware.Upon removal, there were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device and no other patient outcomes were reported as a result of this event.
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