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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II CR ISRT TRL RT SZ 5-6 9M; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL
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| Catalog Number |
74033651 |
| 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 |
02/05/2024
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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 tka surgery, it was noticed that one (1) jrny ii cr isrt trl rt sz 5-6 9m snapped in half while being inserted during trialing.All pieces were removed from patient.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H2: additional information ¿b5, h6¿.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during tka surgery, it was noticed that one (1) jrny ii cr isrt trl rt sz 5-6 9m snapped in half while being inserted during trialing.Pick ups and suction were used to remove any fragments that may have existed in the patient at the time of breakage.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.The visual inspection revealed the device fractured into two pieces.Both pieces were returned.Also the visual reveals multiple scratches, burrs and deep gouges in the device.The device shows signs of significant wear and use.This inspection was conducted by naked eye.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed a similar event for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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