| Catalog Number |
32-420932 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Crack (1135)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
03/11/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2 - foreign: south africa.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during a kit inspection, it was noticed that the tibial punch plastic cover cracked.This event is related to a malfunction that could potentially lead to a sterility issue/serious injury.However, no patient involvement was reported.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 event information available at the time of this report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated: b4, b5, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, h11.No product was returned or pictures provided; visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.A review of the device manufacturing records confirmed no abnormalities or deviations.Review of the complaint history found no additional related complaints for this item and the reported part and lot combination.With the available information, a definitive root cause could not be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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