| Model Number |
DWB998 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Unspecified Infection (1930); Implant Pain (4561)
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| Date of Event |
06/27/2022
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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 the patient underwent a reverse shoulder replacement 10 years ago.Allegedly, the patient presented with pain and a revision was scheduled.During the revision the site appeared infected.Investigations done and bone scan showed hot spot over the glenoid while x ray demonstrated glenoid loosening.Glenoid component was loose and medialised and one screw had broken.Glenoid implant removed, along with the poly from the humeral component.Cultures taken.Converted to a hemi.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Based on the available information the device will not be returned therefore an evaluation of the device cannot be performed.A review of the device history is not possible because the lot number was not communicated.Should additional information become available, it will be provided on a supplemental report.Device retained by hospital.
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