It was reported that, after a surgery had been performed on the (b)(6) 2010, the patient experienced pain.A revision surgery was performed on the (b)(6) 2022 due to high metal ions level to treat this adverse event.The current health status of the patient is unknown.
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H3, h6: it was reported that a hip revision surgery was performed.As of today, the implanted devices, all of which were used in treatment, and additional information has been requested for this complaint but has not become available.A review of the historical complaints data for the hemi head was performed.Using batch numbers to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects over the lifetime of the product and using part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects in a timeframe prior 12 months as of the complaint aware date.Other complaints were identified to involve this batch.Other similar complaints were identified for the part number and the reported/related failure mode.However, as the device is no longer sold, no action is to be taken.In the absence of the actual devices, the production records were reviewed for the known devices reportedly involved in this incident.All the released devices involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.Review of the product ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure modes.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure modes and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.A review of historic escalation actions related to the products and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, prior applicable escalation actions were identified and confirmed to reduce associated risks as far as possible.No further escalation actions required.Smith and nephew has not received the device/adequate materials to fully evaluate the complaint, but if additional clinically relevant materials are later received, then the case may be re-opened for further evaluation.Based on the information provided we cannot confirm or further investigate the reported complaint, 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.Should the devices 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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