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It was reported that approximately 18 months after an initial bunion surgery, all hardware was removed on (b)(6) 2024 due to hardware rubbing and irritation.There were no other patient outcomes were reported as a result of this event.Additional information indicates the patient's bones were completely fused/healed.No devices were returned for evaluation.Device-specific information was not available; therefore, a review of device history records was not able to be performed.However, all non-conformances for possible kits utilized in surgery were reviewed and no non-conformances or issues during the manufacture or release of the products were identified to date that could have contributed to what was reported.Although a number of factors could have contributed to what was reported, the most likely cause cannot be determined based on the available information.However, additional information indicates the patient's small foot may have contributed to what the patient expereinced.There were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device, nor were there any reported issues with placement of the device or healing of the surgical site.The company will supplement this mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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