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*us legal* it was reported that, after a right bhr-tha was performed on (b)(6) 2011 due to hypertrophic osteoarthritis, the patient experienced elevated serum cobalt and chromium levels.Plaintiff underwent a left revision surgery on (b)(6) 2021 (covered under case (b)(4)).It is unknown if a right revision surgery has been performed.Patient's current health status is unknown.
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It was reported that, after a right bhr-tha was performed the patient experienced elevated serum cobalt and chromium levels.As of today, the implanted devices, all of which were used in treatment are not accessible for testing.¿a review of the historical complaints data for the acetabular cup was performed using the batch number, part number and the reported failure mode to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.Similar complaints have been identified for acetabular cup batch and failure mode, this will continue to be monitored.¿in the absence of the actual device, the production records were reviewed for the device reportedly involved in this incident.The acetabular cup involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.Review of the product ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure mode.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure mode and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.No further actions are required at this time.A review of historic escalation actions related to the products and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, no prior applicable escalation actions were identified.Although it was reported the serum cobalt and chromium levels were elevated, neither the levels nor laboratory reports were provided for review.Without the supporting lab/pathology results, imaging, and/or the analysis of the explanted component, the root cause of the reported elevated serum cobalt and chromium levels cannot be confirmed.It cannot be concluded that the reported clinical reactions were associated with a mal-performance of the implant or implant failure.The patient impact beyond the elevated serum metal ions cannot be determined.Based on the available information we cannot confirm the reported complaint, however without further information our investigation remains inconclusive, and a definitive root cause cannot be determined.Specific factors known to contribute to the alleged fault are excessive physical activity levels, unreasonable stress on replacement system, excessive patient weight, trauma to the joint replacement, loosening of components may increase production of wear particles and accelerate damage to the bone.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective and preventative actions is not indicated.
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