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(b)(4).Reported item's lot number was not confirmed and is 084400 or 747600.D:10 - 154726 oxf uni tib tray sz e lm pma, lot 938340.159554, oxf anat brg lt lg size 3 pma, lot 313160.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional and/or corrected information.The following sections were updated: b4, b5, d10, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, h11.No product was returned or pictures provided; visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.A review of the device manufacturing records could not be performed due to a missing lot number for an item.Review of the complaint history identified additional similar complaints for the reported item.However, due to the lack of the lot number, an additional lot search could not be performed.Radiographs were provided and reviewed by a radiologist.The review of the ap view of the bilateral knees demonstrates bilateral medial compartment hemiarthroplasties.The component on the right is appropriately positioned.There is an oblique appearance of the femoral portion of the left knee hemi arthroplasty, which could indicate malposition.There is associated narrowing of the medial joint space of the left knee, which could indicate underlying polyethylene wear.Based on the available information, a definitive root cause could not be determined.However, the radiograph review does mention possible femoral malposition and bearing wear; however, this cannot be confirmed.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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