| Model Number |
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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/21/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a fractured impactor was discovered during the cleaning process.There was no patient involvement.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The fractured instrument was discovered at: (b)(6).Product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Updated: b4, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, and h10.Proposed component (g) code : mechanical (g04) - impactor complaint sample was evaluated and the reported event was confirmed.Visual examination of the returned product identified signs of repeated use (nicks/gouges) and the device has a piece chipped off on the polymer end of the impactor.Device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies were found.Root cause was unable to be determined.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 or Problem Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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