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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: TORNIER S.A.S. AEQUALIS REVERSED MULTIDIR SCREW D4.5 L 44 STERILE; SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION

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TORNIER S.A.S. AEQUALIS REVERSED MULTIDIR SCREW D4.5 L 44 STERILE; SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION Back to Search Results
Catalog Number DWD144
Medical Device Problem Code Loss of Osseointegration (2408)
Health Effect - Clinical Code Inadequate Osseointegration (2646)
Date of Event 09/29/2025
Type of Reportable Event Serious Injury
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, the revision surgery was performed and the ascend flex/reversed ii implants were revised to the perform reverse glenoid implants as the glenoid implants had migrated superiorly.Revision surgery was successfully completed.It was further reported that, all glenoid implants were removed (suspects), the humeral tray and liner was removed (concomitants).Humeral stem remained stable and so surgeon left in situ.New tray and liner and glenoid system inserted successfully.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information has been requested and if received, will be provided in the supplemental report.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event could not be confirmed since the device was not returned for evaluation and no other evidences were provided.A device inspection was not possible since the affected device was not returned for investigation.From the provided pictures taken just after the devices explantation (soiled implants), only the insert and the tray were taken in photos.The plastic insert was damaged on one side, probably due to the glenoid side migration that rubbed against the humeral side.No additional information could be observed.A review of the device history was not possible because the lot number was not communicated.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.Indications of material, manufacturing, or design related problems were unable to be identified as the lot number was not communicated.More detailed information about the complaint event as well as the affected device must be available in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.If any additional information is provided, the investigation will be reassessed.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, the revision surgery was performed and the ascend flex/reversed ii implants were revised to the perform reverse glenoid implants as the glenoid implants had migrated superiorly.Revision surgery was successfully completed.It was further reported that, all glenoid implants were removed (suspects), the humeral tray and liner was removed (concomitants).Humeral stem remained stable and so surgeon left in situ.New tray and liner and glenoid system inserted successfully.
 
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Brand Name
AEQUALIS REVERSED MULTIDIR SCREW D4.5 L 44 STERILE
Common Device Name
SHOULDER PROSTHESIS, REVERSE CONFIGURATION
Manufacturer (Section D)
TORNIER S.A.S.
161 rue lavoisier
montbonnot saint-martin 38330
FR  38330
Manufacturer (Section G)
TORNIER S.A.S.
161 rue lavoisier
montbonnot saint-martin 38330
FR   38330
Manufacturer Contact
dannielle stap
325 corporate drive
mahwah, NJ 07430
2018315000
MDR Report Key23405215
Report Number3000931034-2025-00585
Device Sequence Number4929713
Product Code PHX
UDI-Device Identifier00846832092147
UDI-Public00846832092147
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryAS
PMA/510(K) Number
K050316
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Device Implanted Year2024
Device Explanted Year2025
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 01/05/2026
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Is this an Adverse Event Report? Yes
Is this a Product Problem Report? Yes
Operator of Device Lay User/Patient
Device Catalogue NumberDWD144
Device Lot NumberUNKNOWN
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Follow-Up
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 09/29/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer12/08/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date10/28/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date01/05/2026
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) No
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) Yes
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device Initial
Patient Sequence Number1
Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event Required Intervention;
Patient Age67 YR
Patient SexMale
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