| Catalog Number |
110028879 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/19/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an initial procedure, the impactor tip fractured during impaction to the glenosphere while following the correct surgical technique.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.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.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.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected: b4; b5; d2; g1; g3; g6; h1; h2; h3; h6 the reported event is not confirmed.Visual examination of the returned product identified product visually matches print.Product exhibits signs of repeated use (scratches, nicks, and dents) on the impactor surface.Color is black and it is fractured into 2 pieces.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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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information is available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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