| Catalog Number |
MB9001R |
| 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 |
08/09/2022
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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 the surgeon was implanting mobi-c without distraction and the inserter broke when the surgeon malleted very hard on it.There was no impact to the patient.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Current information is insufficient to permit a valid conclusion about the cause of this event.A follow up report will be sent upon completion of the device evaluation.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Corrections in h3.Additional information in h6: component, investigation type, findings, and conclusions.Device evaluation: visual inspection revealed that the knob of the implant holder was fractured off, and the paddles were bent on the distraction forceps.Root cause: root cause was unable to be determined.This event could possibly be attributed to wear through use over time or multiple sterilization cycles.Dhr review: per dhr review, the parts were likely conforming when they left zimvie control.Device usage: this device is used for treatment.If additional information is obtained that adds value to the relevant content of this report, a follow-up report will be sent.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the surgeon was implanting mobi-c without distraction and the inserter broke when the surgeon malleted very hard on it.There was no impact to the patient.
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