| Catalog Number |
31-555501 |
| 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 |
09/13/2022
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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 that during broaching of the stem preparation the asi broach handle broke.No adverse events have been reported as a result of the malfunction.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Report source: netherlands.Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the provided pictures identified the handle to be fractured as reported.A review of the device history records identified no related deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.The device is used for treatment.A review of complaint history identified additional similar complaints for the reported item and no additional complaints for the reported part and lot combination.Complaints are monitored through monthly complaint review in order to identify potential adverse trends.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.No corrective actions, preventive actions, or field actions resulted after the investigation of this event.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event or Problem Description
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There is no update to the original complaint description provided.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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