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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Difficult to Insert (1316)
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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 during knee arthroplasty that when the surgeon was installing the articular surface, the device could not lock into the tibial tray.Another articular surface was used to complete the procedure.No adverse events were reported as a result of this malfunction.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Report source - foreign: event occurred in china.The complainant has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.H3: investigation incomplete.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual evaluation of the returned product identified damage (nicks/gouges) on the distal surface and the dovetail was compressed and flared.The device history records were reviewed and no discrepancies were identified.Damage to the articular surface can occur if the articular surface is not correctly placed and oriented before insertion utilizing the inserter.Detailed instructions for inserting the articular surface are provided in the surgical technique.The root cause is attributed to use error.A summary of the investigation was sent to the complainant conveying proper surgical technique and use of the device.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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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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