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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY FEM IMPL IMPACTOR; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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| Model Number |
74012831 |
| 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 |
04/14/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during a tka surgery a journey fem impl impactor was fractured during impaction.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using the same device.The patient was not harmed as consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device was not returned for evaluation.However, the photographs were reviewed, and revealed that the handle of the device is fractured.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed similar events for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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