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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII FEMORAL IMPACTOR; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
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| Model Number |
71440190 |
| 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 |
05/01/2023
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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 during tka surgery the black 'block' part of the gii femoral impactor was fractured in half.No pieces fell into the patient.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using the same device.The patient was not harmed as a consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Complaint reference number: case-(b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Section h10: the device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.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 this event was previously identified and addressed; a stress relief process was established for acetal bumpers, samples were tested in order to include the stress relief operation in the manufacturing flow and to include the inspection of stress relief temperature chart to determine compliance.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.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Updated results of investigation: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device reveals a large piece of the black bumper broke off the device.The piece was returned with the device.This device shows signs of significant wear and usage.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed a similar event for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.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 this event was previously identified and addressed; a stress relief process was established for acetal bumpers, samples were tested in order to include the stress relief operation in the manufacturing flow and to include the inspection of stress relief temperature chart to determine compliance.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 additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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