Model Number 1217-32-052 |
Device Problems
Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923); Noise, Audible (3273)
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Patient Problem
Foreign Body Reaction (1868)
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Event Date 05/27/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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Reported on 15th march 2022; the patient had right hip arthroplasty surgery in (b)(6) 2021.After approximately two months, the patient reported hearing a ¿click¿ but continued to walk on the hip without seeking help at that time.The patient then complained that the hip was ¿squeaking¿ and sore and sought help.There was evidence of metallosis shortly after skin incision, the acetabular liner had dislocated from the acetabular shell and the ceramic head showed significant wear.The procedure was made considerably more complicated as the head was reportedly ¿stuck¿ in the liner and it was difficult to dislocate the hip.It was necessary to use a saw to make a cut on the liner for the purpose of levering the liner to dislocate the hip and remove the head.New information as of today 27th may 2022: the patient was ¿doing well¿ at the six-week post operative check-up according to the physicians notes, but within a week, presented at clinic reporting a ¿clicking and grinding¿ sound and sensation, but no pain.A repeat x ray showed that the liner had disassociated, reason unknown.The physicians¿ notes suggest that there may be some ¿issue with the locking mechanism of the liner into the shell¿.On commencement today, there was metallosis in the joint, samples were sent for culture and sensitivity.The implants were successfully removed and alternate implants used.Please see attached x rays taken on (b)(6) 2022, prior to the dislocation of the liner from the cup and then on (b)(6) 2022, where the dislocation is evident.Please see attached images of the cup, liner and head which were removed.Doi: (b)(6) 2021; dor: (b)(6) 2022; right hip.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary : no device associated with this report was returned.All available photo evidence were reviewed and it was observed a disassociation of the liner from the cup, allowing the femoral head to articulate directly against the cup, therefore, the allegation can be confirmed.Additionally, it was identified that the piece presented considerable signs of worn.No other issues were observed.Depuy synthes considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed, and the investigation may be re-opened as necessary.Device history lot : the product investigation found no evidence suspecting an error in the manufacturing or material that would be a contributing factor in the reported allegation(s).Where the lot code was provided, a manufacturing records evaluation (mre) was not performed.
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