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| 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 |
04/10/2024
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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).D10: 31-323230 item name 3.2mmx30mm rnglc+ acet drl bit lot # 65819438.31-323215 item name 3.2mmx15mm rnglc+ acet drlacet drl bit lot # 66586472.G2: foreign: japan.The product has been received by zimmer biomet.The investigation is currently in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the two drills broke during use.There is no additional information available at the time of this report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: h6 suggested component code: mechanical (g04) - drill.Visual examination of the returned product identified drill 66595196 fractured at the fluted tip with no other visible damage.Optical images of the device fracture surface exhibited excessive smeared regions along with indications of faint river lines and minor hinge artifacts on both sides of the fracture suggesting that the device possibly fractured due to reverse bending overload mode of failure.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.The complaint is confirmed based on the returned, fractured/bent devices.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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Event or Problem Description
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There is no update to the prior event description provided.
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