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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ORTHOMATCH CR IMPLANT IMPACTOR; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED,
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| Model Number |
71436399 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
03/22/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during thr, while impacting the femoral trial, the orthomatch cr implant impactor broke while inside the patient.A change in surgical technique was needed.A delay greater than 30 mins was reported.No injury to patient reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device was not returned for evaluation but the pictures were reviewed, and the failure mode was confirmed.A review of complaint history of the previous 12 months revealed similar events for the listed device, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.The contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated as the device shows signs of damage/wear.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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