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We received a sequence of x-ray images within a pptx file which were forwarded to an hcp for review and statement ¿ his comments ¿ excerpts: « tricky one, we are only 6 weeks from implantation.I have to admit there is limited or slow healing, unfortunately there is no timepoint given for the x-rays and additional pictures¿the only comment might be that there seems to be limited compression on the fracture, which can be a factor in the healing process.» however, based on details available a more specific statement could not be made and more detailed information about the complaint event as well as the affected device must be available in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.Adverse events and adverse effects are clearly pointed out in the ifu.« complications which may occur as a result of the use of intramedullary femoral nails include: delayed union, thrombosis/thrombus, non-union bone fracture, implant pain/pain, malunion of bone, pneumonia, loosening or failure of implant, nerve damage, post-operative wound infection, pressure sores, embolism/embolus, break, bone fracture(s), ossification, migration or expulsion of device, material twisted/bent, and allergic reaction.Revision and additional surgery may be a consequence of these complications.» adverse effects are clearly listed in the ifu and as pointed out ¿revision and additional surgery may be a consequence of these complications¿ with information available no deficiency of the nail in question could be verified.The labelling points out that for successful results a timely bone healing is required; this state must be achieved within a medically recognized period in such way, that the bone strength allows significantly increasing discharge of the time-fixed implant material.Furthermore, delayed union or non-union of the fracture site are clearly pointed out as adverse effects and may be rather clinical than device related.A review of the device history was not possible because the lot number was not communicated.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.Indications of material, manufacturing, or design related problems were unable to be identified as the lot number was not communicated.In case substantive information will become available in future that suggests otherwise we reserve the right to reopen the case.
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