| Model Number |
BNST3285 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Unspecified Infection (1930); Swelling/ Edema (4577)
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| Date of Event |
04/13/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Zimmer biomet complaint number (b)(4).A summary investigation has been completed for infection events identifying that a definitive root cause cannot be identified due to the wide range of external (non-design/ non-manufacturing related) factors potentially impacting the sterility of the implant and its environment.Should additional information be received which indicates that the device may have caused or contributed to the infection event, an additional report will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during dental cleaning, the dentist noticed purulence around the implant at tooth location #29.At follow up, the doctor noted edema, erythema and purulence around the implant.The implant was removed due to infection.Symptoms as a result of the event: pain.
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