| Model Number |
IBAL UKA, TIBIAL IMPACTOR |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/12/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
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Event or Problem Description
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On 08/12/2025, it was reported by a sales representative via (b)(4) that an ar-611-4 ibal uka tibial impactor tip was broken and an ar-601-tba9 ibal uka tib bea-ring was broken.This was discovered during the case with no patient harm.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6.- one unpackaged ar-611-4 serial/batch (b)(6) was received for investigation.- visual inspection identified gouges, nicks, and chipping at the distal end of the device.The proximal end also exhibited impact marks and surface damage.- the most likely reason for the reported failure can be attributed to wear and tear incurred over repeated usage.The manufacturing date is 2020.- the complaint allegation is confirmed.- refer to the investigation photos.
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