| Catalog Number |
42509909000 |
| 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 |
10/24/2023
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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 initial knee procedure, the impactor pad fractured during impaction of the femoral component.There was no patient impact and no adverse events have been reported as a result of the malfunction.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.Upon completion of the investigation, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual evaluation of the returned product confirmed that the device is fractured.Device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.Investigation results concluded that the reported event is attributed to wear and tear from the six plus (6+) years of use in the field.Complaint sample was evaluated and the reported event was confirmed.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report 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 at time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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