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Model Number N/A |
Device Problem
Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging (2385)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/14/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported upon inspection of items in stock, the packages sterility was damaged.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Report source: (b)(6).Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: d9; g3; h2; h3; h4; h6 reported event has been confirmed.Visual evaluation of the returned product identified damage to the sterile packaging (blister).Sterility has not been compromised.Review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.The likely condition of the product when it left zimmer biomet was conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event for blister damage can be attributed to transit damage, and a packaging design issue.Upon further investigation, it has been determined that the packaging meets the acceptable criteria specifications and the sterility has not been breached.This event is no longer considered reportable.Therefore, the initial report should be voided.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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No additional information on the reported event.
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