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| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Malposition of Device (2616); Naturally Worn (2988); Noise, Audible (3273)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Pain (1994); Scar Tissue (2060)
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| Date of Event |
04/09/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).D10 : 00588001601 - left size f cemented option femoral component femoral plastic cap must be removed prior to implantation - 63932973.00598801215 - 15mm diameter 30mm length straight stem extension combined length 75mm - 64732973.00588000500 - size 5 precoat cemented tibial component - 63847192.00598801015 - 15mm diameter 100mm length straight stem extension combined length 145mm - 64280968.00588006012 - 12mm height size f articular surface with hinge post extension / use with plate 5,6 / screw enclosed do not discard - 64174108.66022663 - palacos r + g (1x40) - 90614738.66022663 - palacos r + g (1x40) - 96124845.G2 : foreign country : australia.Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient underwent an initial left total knee arthroplasty.Approximately 3.5 years later, they underwent a revision of the patella for noise, malalignment, and scar tissue.Attempts have been made and all available information has been provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was further reported that the surgeon noted wear on the implant and that the patient was experiencing discomfort.This discomfort was described as pain.Attempts have been made and all available information has been provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the provided photograph shows wear consistent with wear.Device was not returned back for evaluation.The device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies relevant to the reported event were found.Primary surgery records state that there were no intra operative complications.X-rays were provided and reviewed by a third-party health care professional and state that left total knee arthroplasty with possible polyethylene wear and/or malalignment of the patella component.A definitive root cause cannot 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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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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