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| 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 |
04/11/2023
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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 the implant was not staying in the patient.Extra force was provided and the implant fractured and was taken out.Another device was used to complete the procedure.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).The device has not been evaluated yet for investigation purpose.Once the evaluation is performed and the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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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 returned product identified that the returned implant is fractured.All pieces appear to have been returned.Item and lot numbers are not confirmed as they are not etched on the part.Upon further investigation it was noticed that the sheath holder is fractured.Medical records were not provided.Device history records were reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.Root cause was unable to be determined.The reported event is confirmed as returned product is fractured.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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