| Catalog Number |
32-423228 |
| 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 |
10/30/2023
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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 the procedure, the femoral drill bit broke.No piece fell into or remained in the patient.This event is related to a malfunction that could potentially lead to a sterility issue/serious injury.However, no patient harm or further outcome was reported.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).Investigation of this incident is currently ongoing.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional and/or corrected information.The following sections were updated: b4, b5, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, h10.Visual examination of the returned product identified that the product was not returned in its original packaging.It is confirmed that the drill is fractured.The drill shows wear and damage from use.A review of the device manufacturing records confirmed no abnormalities or deviations.Device is used for treatment.Medical records were not provided.With the available information, a definitive root cause cannot be determined.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 available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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