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EXACTECH, INC. NV GXL LINR, NTRL, 36MM ID, GROUP 4 CUPS; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, CEMENTED
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| Model Number |
NV GXL LINR, NTRL, 36MM ID, GROUP 4 CUPS |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Naturally Worn (2988)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Bone Fracture(s) (1870); Failure of Implant (1924); Osteolysis (2377)
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| Date of Event |
12/07/2023
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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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Section d10: concomitant products.Crown cup,cluster-hole gr.60 (cat# 180-01-60 / serial# (b)(6).Additional information, including the product investigation, will be submitted within 30 days of receipt.
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Event or Problem Description
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As reported by the germany competent authorities and as part of the manufacturer's recall campaign, the male patient presented himself for a check-up of the device implanted in 2012 hip prosthesis on the right.The x-ray control showed a clear decentering of the prosthetic head and unusually large osteolysis in the acetabulum as a sign of inlay wear.In the supplementary ct examination also revealed partial cortical destruction of the inner wall of the pelvis.During the audit surgery on (b)(6) 2023, patient required a socket change to competitor¿s devices.As part of the replacement operation, the curettage and filling of the cyst in the socket using allogeneic spongiosa and the replacement of the prosthetic head.The explants are currently in the laboratory doctor's office for microbiological examination using sonication.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Section h10: (h3) the revision reported may have been due to a combination of the risk factors specified in an hhe and/or from being implanted for over 10 years which led to prosthesis wear and osteolysis.However, this cannot be confirmed because the component was not returned for evaluation and radiographs were not provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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After additional review of information and an update to the investigation, the following sections g1, g3, g6, h1, h2, and h6 have been updated accordingly.
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