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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II CR LOCK FEM IMPLANT IMPACTOR; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL
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| Catalog Number |
74011711 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Separation Failure (2547); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
07/16/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during a tka, one (1) jrny ii cr lock fem implant impactor seemed to malfunction because it would no release the jrny ii cr fem ox np rt sz 6.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not harmed as a consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This complaint was opened by smith+nephew to document a product problem associated with a smith+nephew device.The reported problem relates to known inherent device and/or procedural risks that are appropriately documented in our risk files.Smith+nephew will continue to monitor trends in accordance with our post-market surveillance process and take necessary action as required if anticipated severity and/or occurrence rates are exceeded.Smith+nephew has no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on our review of all currently available information, we are unable to identify a definitive root cause.However, as the use of our product cannot be excluded as a potential cause or contributory factor to the reported issue, we are conservatively submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional information becomes available that alters the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: the reported event was analyzed.Although the involvement of all the devices was reported, the relationship with the investigated failure was directly associated to the jrny ii cr lock fem implant impactor.Therefore, no investigation is deemed for the other device.The associated device was returned and evaluated.The visual inspection revealed that the knob ring-bottom has separated from the knob.The device has scratches, gouges and burrs and is worn from use.This inspection was conducted by the naked eye.A functional evaluation performed on the device revealed that the extension spring shows significant resistance when pushed up.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of instructions for use for care, maintenance, cleaning and sterilization of smith & nephew orthopedics devices revealed that visually inspecting for damage or wear, including components in their disassembled state prior to re-assembly as well as ensuring components are re-assembled securely is indicated.A review of the risk management files revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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