| Catalog Number |
574999020 |
| 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 |
08/06/2025
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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 the surgery; the surgeon was broaching when the attachment fractured off the handle.There was no known impact or consequences 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).Proposed component code: mechanical (g04)- rasp.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.
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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 {update/corrected} updated: d4; d9; g3; h2; h4.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further information at the time of this report.
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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 {update/corrected}.Updated: g3; h2; h3; h6.Visual examination of the returned product identified the post is fractured from the broach at the base of the post.There are nicks and scratches on the broach connection face and around the post.The teeth of the broach have nicks and wear.No other damage was noted during visual evaluation.The diameter of the broach attachment and length of the stem were measured and found to be within specifications.This device has an approximate field age of 2 years.Review of the device history record 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 which 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 information at the time of this report.
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