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DWP1390 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Joint Dislocation (2374)
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| Date of Event |
02/26/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was discovered that the artificial shoulder joint insert that was implanted on 2/19 had dislocated from the stem one week after surgery.The scheduled revision date is currently under review.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Analysis results are not available at the time of this report.A follow-up report will be sent when the analysis is complete.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event could be confirmed, based on the medical expert opinion and since the product was returned for evaluation and matches the alleged failure mode.The device inspection revealed the following: the visual inspection of the returned device reveals that the alignment tabs appear to be severely damaged.They also exhibit a bit of an upward slope which has compressed the locking ring causing it to be wedged in the locking ring canal.To the area where the identification of the device is etched as "sz 1/2" the edge of the poly above the locking ring is very deformed and gouged.Such condition of the device indicates abnormal and improper handling of the device.Furthermore, a functional test of the returned device was performed with a testing fixature revealed that the device engaged as intended but could be pulled out easily.Therefore, alleged failure could be confirmed.A review of the x-rays by the medical expert stated; ¿the device was used as intended.The metal marker of the insert is not visible and the position between the glenosphere and humeral tray looks in order.The alleged failure of polyethylene insert was however confirmed since the revision surgery was executed, and the device being returned to the manufacturer.¿ a review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.Based on investigation and formal medical expert opinion, the root cause was attributed most likely user related issue.The damaged condition of the device indicates abnormal and improper handling of the device during the surgery.If any further information is provided, the complaint report will be updated.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was discovered that the artificial shoulder joint insert that was implanted on (b)(6) had dislocated from the stem one week after surgery.The scheduled revision date is currently under review.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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