| Catalog Number |
00875201036 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Fracture (1260); Difficult to Insert (1316); Material Twisted/Bent (2981)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/09/2023
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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).D10: cat #: 00877503601 / biolox⮠delta, ceramic femoral head, s, 㸠36/-3.5, taper 12/14 / cat #: 31445830.G2: brazil.Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.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 during the procedure while trying to reduce the head into the acetabulum, the rim of the poly liner bent inward and made it difficult for the head to fully assemble.Another liner and head were used to complete the procedure.There was no harm or health impact to the patient.It was reported that no further information is available.
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Event or Problem Description
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No additional event information to report at this time.
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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 provided pictures identified the liner rim is deformed/bent and broken on one side.The device is covered in bio-debris.No further evaluations can be made from the provided pictures.The complaint was confirmed based on the provided pictures.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.A definitive root cause cannot 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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Search Alerts/Recalls
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