| Catalog Number |
32-420330 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Discolored (1170)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/10/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2-foreign-germany investigation of this incident is currently ongoing.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that after the sterilization process, the instrument became discoloured and is not suitable for reprocessing.Due diligence is in progress for this complaint; to date no additional information or product has been received.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the returned product identified: signs of wear on the cutting teeth and scuffs, scratches on the non cutting surfaces also there is discoloration on the surface of the cutter.A review of the device manufacturing records confirmed no abnormalities or deviations that could be related to the reported event.Device is used for treatment.Reported event did not occur in an operating room or as part of a medical procedure; therefore, no medical records are available for review.With the available information, a definitive root cause could not be determined.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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Search Alerts/Recalls
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