MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD HEMI HEAD44MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, HEMI-, FEMORAL, METAL

Catalog Number 74122544

Device Problem Biocompatibility (2886)

Patient Problems Infiltration into Tissue (1931); Pain (1994); Metal Related Pathology (4530)

Event Date 10/27/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that, after a primary r3-tha construct had been implanted on the patient's left hip on (b)(6) 2011, the patient has sustained left hip pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.A previous scan had revealed the possibility of loosening of the acetabular component although the patient is asymptomatic.There is no confirmation of a revision surgery or any other intervention for the left hip so far.Although this patient underwent revision surgery of the right hip components on (b)(6) 2022 listing the same symptoms as preoperative diagnosis, the contribution of the left hip prosthesis to the reported elevated cobalt levels could not be discarded.The patient is currently under continuous observation.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

Corrected data: b6 (additional test results added).

Manufacturer Narrative

Additional information: a2, d6a.Corrected data: b2, b3, b5, h6 (health effect - clinical code, health effect - impact code).

Event Description

It was reported that, after a primary r3-tha construct had been implanted on the patient's left hip on (b)(6) 2011, the patient sustained left hip pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.A revision surgery was conducted on (b)(6) 2022 to treat this adverse event.During this procedure, the modular head and chrome-cobalt liner were explanted and replaced with a polyethylene liner and an oxinium femoral head.Intraoperatively, metallosis was found after the hip was exposed, and a full debridement of the dark gray - soft tissue was performed.Mild trunnion corrosion was noted upon removing the modular head.As the cup was noted to be well fixed, this device was left in situ.The patient was transferred to the recovery room in stable condition.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: it was reported that left hip revision surgery was performed due to pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.During this procedure, the acetabular liner, modular head and sleeve were explanted and replaced with a polyethylene liner and oxinium femoral head.Intraoperatively, metallosis was found after the hip was exposed, and a full debridement of the dark gray - soft tissue was performed.Mild trunnion corrosion was noted upon removing the modular head.The devices, used in treatment, were not available for analysis.A review of the historical complaints data for the hemi head and modular sleeve was performed using batch numbers, part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.Similar complaints have been identified for the devices concerned, however, as they are no longer sold, no action is to be taken.In the absence of the actual devices, the production records were reviewed for the devices reportedly involved in this incident.All released devices involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.The review of the product ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure modes.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure modes and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.No further actions are required at this time.A review of historic escalation actions related to the products and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, prior applicable escalation actions were identified and confirmed to reduce associated risks as far as possible.No further escalation actions are required.The available medical documents were reviewed.It should be noted the implantation operative report indicated the acetabular component was implanted in 40 degrees of abduction and 10 degrees of anteversion.Additionally, the revision operative report noted, ¿the cup was in good overall position slightly neutral in anteversion.¿ however, the surgical technique (r3 acetabular system 71381395 rev0 02/10) indicates, ¿approximately 45° of abduction and 20° of anteversion for final position of the acetabular component.¿ the reported pain, elevated metal ions and intraoperative findings of dark gray discoloration and trunnion corrosion may be consistent with the reported ¿metallosis.¿ however, the clinical root cause of the reported clinical reactions cannot be confirmed.It cannot be concluded that the reported clinical reactions were associated with a malperformance of the implant.The patient impact beyond the reported pain, revision and expected transient post-op convalescence period cannot be determined.Based on the available information our investigation remains inconclusive and a definitive root cause cannot be determined.Specific factors known to contribute to the alleged fault are excessive physical activity levels, unreasonable stress on replacement system, excessive patient weight and trauma to the joint replacement.Loosening of components may increase production of wear particles and accelerate damage to the bone.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective and preventative actions is not indicated.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: it was reported that left hip revision surgery was performed due to pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.During this procedure, the acetabular liner, modular head and sleeve were explanted and replaced with a polyethylene liner and oxinium femoral head.Intraoperatively, metallosis was found after the hip was exposed, and a full debridement of the dark gray - soft tissue was performed.Mild trunnion corrosion was noted upon removing the modular head.The devices, used in treatment, were not available for analysis.A review of the historical complaints data for the hemi head and modular sleeve was performed using batch numbers, part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.Similar complaints have been identified for both devices; this will continue to be monitored via routine trending, however it should be noted that these parts are no longer sold.In the absence of the actual device, the production records were reviewed for the device reportedly involved in this incident.All released devices involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.The review of the product ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure modes.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure modes and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.No further actions are required at this time.A review of historic escalation actions related to the product and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, prior applicable escalation actions were identified and confirmed to reduce associated risks as far as possible.No further escalation actions are required.The available medical documents were reviewed.It should be noted that the implantation operative report indicated the acetabular component was implanted in 40 degrees of abduction and 10 degrees of anteversion.Additionally, the revision operative report stated, ¿the cup was in good overall position slightly neutral in anteversion.¿ however, the surgical technique indicates, ¿approximately 45° of abduction and 20° of anteversion for final position of the acetabular component.¿ the reported pain, elevated metal ions and intraoperative findings of dark gray discoloration and trunnion corrosion may be consistent with the reported ¿metallosis.¿ however, the clinical root cause of the reported clinical reactions cannot be confirmed.It cannot be concluded the reported clinical reactions were associated with a malperformance of the implant.The patient impact beyond the reported pain, revision, and expected transient post-op convalescence period cannot be determined; however, post revision cobalt and chromium 4.0 and 2.6 ng/ ml respectively.Based on the available information our investigation remains inconclusive and a definitive root cause cannot be determined.Specific factors known to contribute to the alleged fault are excessive physical activity levels, unreasonable stress on replacement system, excessive patient weight and trauma to the joint replacement.Loosening of components may increase production of wear particles and accelerate damage to the bone.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective and preventative actions is not indicated.

Manufacturer Narrative

Section h3, h6: it was reported that left hip revision surgery was performed due to pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.During this procedure, the acetabular liner, modular head and sleeve were explanted and replaced with a polyethylene liner and oxinium femoral head.Intraoperatively, metallosis was found after the hip was exposed, and a full debridement of the dark gray - soft tissue was performed.Mild trunnion corrosion was noted upon removing the modular head.The devices, used in treatment, were not available for analysis.A review of the historical complaints data for the hemi head and modular sleeve was performed using batch numbers, part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.Similar complaints have been identified for both devices; this will continue to be monitored via routine trending, however it should be noted that these parts are no longer sold.In the absence of the actual device, the production records were reviewed for the device reportedly involved in this incident.All released devices involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.The review of the product ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure modes.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure modes and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.No further actions are required at this time.A review of historic escalation actions related to the product and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, prior applicable escalation actions were identified and confirmed to reduce associated risks as far as possible.No further escalation actions are required.The available medical documents were reviewed.The intraoperative reported noted no soft tissue metallosis, bony ingrowth to cup, and mild trunnionosis.The clinical root cause of the reported pain, elevated metal ions, and trunnionosis cannot be confirmed, it cannot be concluded the reported clinical reactions were associated with a malperformance of the implant or implant failure.The patient impact beyond the pain, revision, and expected transient post-op convalescence period cannot be determined; however, 3-months post revision cobalt and chromium were 2.2 and 2.9 ng/ ml respectively.Based on the available information our investigation remains inconclusive and a definitive root cause cannot be determined.Specific factors known to contribute to the alleged fault are excessive physical activity levels, unreasonable stress on replacement system, excessive patient weight and trauma to the joint replacement.Loosening of components may increase production of wear particles and accelerate damage to the bone.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective and preventative actions is not indicated.

Manufacturer Narrative

Corrected data: b5, b6, b7, e1, g2.

Event Description

It was reported that, after a primary r3-tha construct had been implanted on the patient's left hip on (b)(6) 2011, the patient sustained left hip pain and elevated cobalt ion levels in blood.A revision surgery was conducted on (b)(6) 2022 to treat this adverse event.During this procedure the modular head was explanted and replaced with an oxinium femoral head.Intraoperatively, metallosis was found after the hip was exposed, and a full debridement of the dark gray - soft tissue was performed.Mild trunnion corrosion was noted upon removing the modular head.As the cup was noted to be well fixed, this device was left in situ.The patient was transferred to the recovery room in stable condition.Latest test results on (b)(6) 2022 showed a reduction of metals in blood (chromium = 2.8 ng/ml, cobalt = 5.0 ng/ml).

• Brand Name: HEMI HEAD44MM
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, HEMI-, FEMORAL, METAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD; aurora house, spa park; leamington spa warwickshire CV31 3HL; UK CV31 3HL
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD; aurora house, spa park; leamington spa warwickshire CV31 3HL; UK CV31 3HL
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 15785887
• MDR Text Key: 303568342
• Report Number: 3005975929-2022-00484
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: KWL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556070994
• UDI-Public: 885556070994
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K062408
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Consumer,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Remedial Action: Recall
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 07/19/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 05/30/2015
• Device Catalogue Number: 74122544
• Device Lot Number: 10EW06215
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 11/09/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/12/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 12/27/2022; 12/27/2022; 01/10/2023; 03/31/2023; 06/29/2023; 07/17/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 12/30/2022; 01/05/2023; 01/10/2023; 04/04/2023; 07/11/2023; 07/19/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/31/2010
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Removal/Correction Number: Z-2745-2015
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: PN: 71306113 / LOT: 11BM13530; PN: 71332530 / LOT: 11EM14202; PN: 71335556 / LOT: 11EM09231; PN: 71336530 / LOT: 11CT05252; PN: 74222300 / LOT: 10CT40672
• Patient Outcome(s): Hospitalization; Required Intervention; Other
• Patient Age: 71 YR
• Patient Sex: Male
• Patient Weight: 92 KG
• Patient Ethnicity: Non Hispanic
• Patient Race: White