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Intrasurgically, it was identified the long pin for femoral fixation was twisted; it could not be used.If this instrument remains so inside the equipment, it could have caused failures in the instrument fixation and discomfort for the specialist.There was no harm to the patient or delays in the procedure.
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Product complaint #: (b)(4).Investigation summary: the device associated with this report was not returned to depuy synthes for evaluation.The photo investigation found a pin slightly deformed and bent, confirming the reported allegation.Additionally, signs of wear can be seen.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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