| Model Number |
CC TIBIAL INSERT SZ 2, 9MM |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Unstable (1667); Naturally Worn (2988); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Erosion (1750); Pain (1994); Discomfort (2330); Ambulation or Postural Difficulties (2544); Joint Laxity (4526); Implant Pain (4561); Swelling/ Edema (4577)
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| Date of Event |
03/18/2009
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported via legal notification, that the patient, was initially implanted with a recalled polyethylene tibial insert in his right knee, on (b)(6) 2009.Patient will likely be required to undergo surgery on his right knee in the foreseeable future.As a direct, proximate, and legal consequence of the defective nature of the optetrak devices as described herein, patient has suffered and continues to suffer permanent and debilitating injuries and damages, including but not limited to, significant pain and discomfort; gait impairment; poor balance; difficulty walking; component part loosening; soft tissue damage; bone loss; and other injuries which all require ongoing medical care.No device return anticipated due to this being a legal case.No further information.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Prosthesis, knee, patellofemorotibial, semi-constrained, cemented, polymer/metal/polymer.Additional information, including the product investigation, will be submitted within 30 days of receipt.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H6: investigation results - based on review of all available information, there is no evidence to suggest that the reported event is related to any design issues.The cause of the patient¿s pain cannot be conclusively determined; however, it is most likely related to the patient¿s underlying condition as associated with the interaction between the implanted device and the patient due to patient illness, unique anatomy, or other condition that impacts the performance of the device.The patient has bilateral knee replacements.These devices are used for treatment not diagnosis.
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