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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Pulmonary Embolism (1498)
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| Date of Event |
04/18/2017
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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 reports: 0001825034 - 2024 - 00066.0001825034 - 2024 - 00067.D10: cat# 650-1057 lot# 2857354 cer bioloxd option hd 36mm cat# 650-1064 lot# 2887392 cer option type 1 tpr sleve -6 cat# 00625006525 lot# 63635018 bone scr 6.5x25 self-tap.The customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation as it remains implanted.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 the patient underwent an initial left total hip arthroplasty.Subsequently, the patient developed an acute pulmonary embolism 4 days later.The patient was admitted to the hospital and treated with medication.Patient was sent home in stable condition with home health care and is instructed to stay on medication for 3 months.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further information at the time of this report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Procedural related complications are influenced by the type of surgery, patients pre-existing comorbidities, and perioperative management.Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot), or dvt, occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins of the body.This can happen if a vein becomes damaged or if the blood flow within a vein slows down or stops.Total joint patients are typically placed on medication post-operatively to prevent dvt formation.Despite prophylaxis, dvts can still develop which can then break free within the vessel and occlude or block the blood flow in the lungs, known as a pulmonary embolism (pe).As the complaint indicated, a post-operative complication occurred, and medical intervention was required for treatment.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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