| Model Number |
2307-67-000 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Naturally Worn (2988)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/01/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the item was not fit for patient use due to wear and tear.The wear and tear is general wear and tear we see on this set.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint (b)(4).Investigation summary: an analysis of the product could not be performed, since a physical sample was not received for evaluation.An evaluation of the manufacturing record could not be performed, as the required product identification number was not provided to complete the evaluation.As part of our company quality system process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and distributed to approved specifications.Additional complaint information, monitoring for potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending as part of the post-market surveillance.However, if the product or product id numbers are received at a later date, the investigation will be updated as applicable.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary : we undertook an instrument audit at southmead hospital in bristol.In checking kit due to new starters and this not been done for a while, some of the items are not fit for patient use, and need to be replaced.We have quarantined sets but will need the instruments replaced to be fully functioning again.Contact at hospital is: (b)(6).There was no delay in surgery and we do not know when the instruments were used or when they became damaged as well as any patient related information.The wear and tear are general wear and tear we see on these sets and just need to be put correct as they have been in the accounts for years with no audit being done on them.The product codes are in red below, some may be duplicates due to more than on set being effected.The product was returned to depuy synthes for evaluation.The depuy synthes team conducted a visual inspection of the returned device.Visual analysis of the returned sample revealed that cup impactor tip presents signs of wear and deformation on the outer surface, consistent with repetitive impactions over time.The observed condition was identified as an end of life indicator.The lifecycle requirements of the device are event related and depend on the use and inspection of the device in clinical practice.As the device can be damaged on the first or 100th use, the device must be properly inspected prior to each surgical use.Refer to the device/country specific ifu for information related to end of life, reprocessing instructions, and inspection procedures.The overall complaint was confirmed as the observed condition of the cup impactor tip would have contributed to the complained issue.Based on the investigation findings, the potential cause is traced to end of life, and it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is required.As part of depuy synthes quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.Device history lot : the product investigation found no evidence suspecting an error in the manufacturing or material that would be a contributing factor in the reported allegation(s).A manufacturing records evaluation (mre) was not performed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy synthes joint reconstruction, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, depuy synthes joint reconstruction, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.
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