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It was reported that, during thr surgery, the polarcup trial insert nav 22/57 was broken.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using the same device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.
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It was reported that, during total hip replacement surgery, the polarcup trial insert nav 22/57 was broken.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using the same device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.The device intended for use in treatment was not returned for investigation.A product evaluation was not possible.A review of the production documentation did not detect any deviation that could have contributed to the reported failure mode.The review of historical complaints for the alleged device revealed 1 additional similar complaints reported for the same batch, and 4 additional similar complaints for the same product number over the past 12 months with similar failure mode.Due to insufficient information it is not possible to perform a review of past corrective actions.A review of the risk management documentation verifies the failure mode, occurrence and severity of the reported issue.The performed investigation does not lead to an accurately determined cause.There is no indication that the reported devices failed to meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.Due to insufficient information, it is not possible to indicate factors which could have contributed to the reported event.According to document "processing (cleaning, disinfection and sterilization) of instruments from smith & nephew orthopaedics ag" (lit.N°03389-en 1363 v3 11/19), all devices must be inspected and controlled for proper functioning after cleaning/disinfection.There is no need for further actions because of the limited information provided.Nevertheless, smith + nephew will continue to monitor this device for similar issues.This complaint will be reopened should additional information or the device be received.
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