| Model Number |
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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Bone Fracture(s) (1870)
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| Date of Event |
10/02/2023
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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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(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated report: 0001822565-2023-02944, 0001822565-2023-02946.D10-medical product: tibia fixed cemented right size h, item# 42542008302, lot# 64714229.Stem extension 6mm offset splined uncemented 14 mm diameter +175 mm length item# 42560617514, lot# 65620036.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 a patient was revised approximately three weeks post implantation due to peri prosthetic tibial fracture.Attempts to obtain additional information have been made; however, no more information is available.
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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 shows that both stems exhibit signs of use (taper scratches).Radiographs were provided and reviewed by a health care professional.Review of the available records identified the following: there is a periprosthetic fracture of the proximal tibia and apparent disassociation of the proximal tibial implant with angulation apex posterior.Device history record (dhr) was reviewed for deviations and/ or anomalies with no deviations / anomalies identified.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.This complaint was confirmed by the radiograph provided.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.H6: component code: proposed component (annex g) code is: - mechanical (g04) stem.
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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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