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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II CR ISRT TRL LT SZ 3-4 11M; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL
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| Model Number |
74033643 |
| 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 |
05/24/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during surgery, a jrny ii cr isrt trl lt sz 3-4 11m broke while inside the patient.The pieces were retrieved with a forceps.The procedure was completed without delay using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not harmed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.The clinical/medical investigation concluded that, the trial insert broke while inside the patient.; however, all pieces were retrieved from the patient via forceps.Reportedly, the procedure was completed without delay with a back-up s+n device without patient harm.It was communicated that the trial was accidentally thrown away by hospital staff.Based on the limited information provided, the root cause of the reported device breakage could not be determined.No patient injuries or adverse consequences were reported.No further medical assessment can be rendered at this time.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 not be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.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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