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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUMENTATION 2-PRONG GLENOSPHERE INSERTER/IMPACTOR; SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION

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ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUMENTATION 2-PRONG GLENOSPHERE INSERTER/IMPACTOR; SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 110028879
Medical Device Problem Code Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 02/28/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an initial procedure, the impactor tip fractured during impaction on the glenosphere while following the correct surgical technique.During the first use of the device, the plastic piece of the device broke off.The procedure was completed with an alternate instrument.No complications, injuries, or surgical interventions were required, and no foreign bodies were retained due to this malfunction.The case was completed without any adverse outcomes to the patient.Attempts have been made, and no further information has been provided.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).The customer has indicated that the product is in the process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.If any further information is found that would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
 
Event or Problem Description
No further event information is available at the time of this report.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected: b4; b5; d2; d9; g1; g3; g6; h1; h2; h3; h6; h8 the reported event is confirmed with pictures.Visual examination of the provided pictures identified the pad fractured.Visual examination of the returned product identified signs of repeated use and wear and tear.The strike plate of the device is gouged, the handle near the proximal end is gouged, the prongs of the device are damaged and there is also damage at the distal end of the inserter base.The threads of the inserter have debris in them as well.The inserter end cap was not returned with the device.Measured features on the print.All measurements were conforming to the print specification.Further analysis could not be performed as the pad was not returned.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found that 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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Brand Name
COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUMENTATION 2-PRONG GLENOSPHERE INSERTER/IMPACTOR
Common Device Name
SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION
Manufacturer (Section D)
ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.
56 e. bell drive
p.o. box 587
warsaw IN 46581
Manufacturer (Section G)
ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.
56 e. bell drive
p.o. box 587
warsaw IN 46581
Manufacturer Contact
jennifer rapsavage
56 e. bell dr.
warsaw, IN 46582
5745260384
MDR Report Key21713981
Report Number0001825034-2025-00860
Device Sequence Number4656416
Product Code PHX
UDI-Device Identifier00887868470011
UDI-Public(01)00887868470011(11)180725(10)462220
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter StateCO
Initial Reporter CountryUS
PMA/510(K) Number
K193373
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Serviced by Third Party (Y/N)Unknown
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Health Professional,Distributor
Initial Reporter Occupation Physician
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 08/18/2025
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Is this an Adverse Event Report? No
Is this a Product Problem Report? Yes
Operator of Device Health Professional
Device Catalogue Number110028879
Device Lot Number462220
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? Yes
Was the Report Sent to FDA? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 03/11/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer07/29/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date03/27/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date08/19/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Yes
Date Device Manufactured07/25/2018
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) No
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device Reuse
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient Age70 YR
Patient SexFemale
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