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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/05/2023
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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).H3- the product has been returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that after trialing the poly, it fractured while taking it out.We were able to get both pieces out.There is no additional information available.
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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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the returned product identified signs of use (nicked/gouged) and the device was found to be fractured.The device was submitted for further analysis.Analysis determined the fracture surface artifacts of hackle marks and river lines suggest bending overload failure mode.Medical records were not provided.Device history record (dhr) was reviewed for deviations and/ or anomalies with no deviations / anomalies identified.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.Complaint is confirmed from the returned device.If any further information is received 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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