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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Bone Fracture(s) (1870)
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| Date of Event |
08/06/2024
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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).G2: foreign: australia.The device will not be returned for analysis as it was discarded; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient underwent a revision 1 year and 2 months post implantation due to a femur fracture.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: b4.G3.G6.H2.H6.H11.A fractured femur is a serious injury, typically sustained in a high-impact trauma requiring immediate medical attention.It was reported the patient suffered a kick in the thigh from a cow causing the femur fracture.There were no issues or complications with the stem reported prior to trauma.A revision of the component was required as part of the surgery to repair the fracture.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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Search Alerts/Recalls
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