| Model Number |
42/28 GLENOSPHERE |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Environmental Particulates (2930)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
06/27/2023
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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 an inverse prothesis surgery the glenosphere shows dust particles after opening the packaging.One glenosphere was discarded, the second was implanted.There was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.Update swit (b)(6)2023: the device was opened when patient was already under anaesthesia.No third device was available.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be determined as the device was not returned for evaluation.The root cause of the event could not be determined from the information available and without device evaluation.If the device becomes available for evaluation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: b5, d9, g3, h3, h6 the complaint was not confirmed as the device showed signs of being used and could not be considered upon opening the package.One unpackaged ar-9564-2842 serial/batch number 18.02028 was received for investigation.No pictures of the failure were provided.Upon visual evaluation, scratches and spots were noted on the back and front of the glenosphere.After cleaning the device with an alcohol wipe, the device still shows discoloration spots and scratches.The screw 19.00335 returned with the glenosphere has scratches lines all around the outside diameter.An indication that the device was used.No problem found related to the complaint allegation.
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Event or Problem Description
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***update swit 25-jul-2023: lot.18.02028 was not implanted and not used in the surgery due to the dust particles.
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