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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Joint Dislocation (2374)
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| Date of Event |
09/25/2024
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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¿s location is not known; 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 procedure 4 and a half years post implantation due to dislocation.There is no additional information available at the time of this report.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further information 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.Suggested component code: mechanical (g04) ¿ head.Visual examination of the provided picture identified the explanted head and stem covered in bio-debris.No further evaluation could be made from the provided picture.Review of the device history records identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.As per ifu, only authorized combinations of zimmer and biomet products should be used.The use of a non-zb liner is considered off-label use.It is unknown if the off-label use caused or contributed to reported event.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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