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(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 3007963827-2024-00083.D10 medical devices: persona femur cemented (ps) standard right size 6 catalog#: 42500606002 lot#: 64958751 persona articular surface fixed bearing posterior stabilized (ps) right 10 mm height catalog#: 42522400510 lot#: 64788388 biomet bc r 1x40 us catalog#: 110035368 lot#: az50ba2102 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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It was reported that patient underwent an initial right total knee arthroplasty.Subsequently, the patient has experienced ongoing pain, swelling, and heat in the joint.Allergy testing indicated reactivity to certain elements contained in the implants.The patient requested material analysis for this correlation and has not expressed an intent to pursue further medical or surgical intervention at this time.
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Updated: b4, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, and h11.Reported event was confirmed by review of medical records.Allergy testing results provided confirmed that patient is reactive to chromate, cobalt, titanium, beryllium, iridium, manganese, vanadium, neomycin, tobramycin.Device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies were found.The root cause is attributed to use error.A summary of the investigation has been sent to the complainant.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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