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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Packaging Problem (3007)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/29/2022
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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 stem was opened, and the packaging showed signs of wear.The surgeon decided not to implant.No additional information on the reported event.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Evaluation of the returned product confirmed there is white debris inside the sterile packaging which is consistent with the appearance of foam debris from the foam packaging inside the sterile barrier.There is debris inside the sterile packaging which is consistent with the appearance of porous coating.Identified damage to the sterile packaging (pouch).Sterility cannot be confirmed as the blister package was opened upon arrival.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.The likely condition of the device when it left zimmer biomet is conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event can be attributed to transit damage and a packaging design issue.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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