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| Catalog Number |
00625006535 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Pain (1994); Bursitis (4832)
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| Date of Event |
07/11/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient experienced ongoing trochanteric bursitis requiring cortisone injections at 11, 16, and 19 months postop.No complications concerning the implants have been identified on x-ray.Follow-ups to gather additional information are currently in process.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).D10: femoral stem press-fit collarless 12/14 neck taper item: 00786401120, lot: 64960534.32mm i.D.Size d high wall liner item: 20123204, lot: 64580197.Bone screw self-tapping 6.5 mm dia.35 mm length item: 00625006525, lot: j7278087.G7 osseoti multihole 50mm d item: 110010263, lot: 65210707.Biolox® delta, ceramic femoral head, m, ¸ 32/0, taper 12/14 item: 00877503202, lot: 3103842.The customer has indicated that the product remains implanted and will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a supplemental mdr will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated: d4; g3; h2; h4; h6; h10.Product has not been evaluated as it has been determined the event is not related to device.Reported event is not related to device therefore, a compatibility review is not applicable.Root cause of the reported event is not device related.Furthermore, bursitis is the inflammation or irritation of the bursae (the fluid filled sac that cushions the joint) and is typically caused by repetitive motion, overuse, and pressure to the bursae.Bursitis is a very common condition that can impact any of the joints and can last for a short duration or years.Symptoms the patient can experience include pain, tenderness, swelling, stiffness, decrease in movement, and/or redness at or around the joint that is involved.Conservative treatment consists of over the counter (otc) medications pain relievers and anti-inflammatories, rest, ice, elevation, and applying pressure wraps.If conservative treatments fail, physical therapy, aspiration, arthroscopy, or steroid injections may be necessary.The complaint indicates that postop bursitis developed and required medical intervention for treatment.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 trends.
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Event or Problem Description
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No additional information available for the reported event.
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