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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Positioning Failure (1158)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/26/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Suggested component code: mechanical (g04) - stem.Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the z1 stem was perched and is a repeated event.The surgeon feels the stem to broach ratio is inaccurate regarding the pps coating.The z1 coating is too thick and does not allow for true seating of the broach.No known impact or consequence to the patient.
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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: b4, b5, d4, g3, g6, h2, h3, h4, h6, h11.The reported event was confirmed by review of x-rays.Radiographs were provided and reviewed by a health care professional.Review of the available records identified the following: intraoperative imaging during total hip arthroplasty.The images show a small gap between the proximal femoral metaphysis at the osteotomy site and collar of the femoral stem.The device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies relevant to the reported event were found.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event or Problem Description
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Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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