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The complaint could be confirmed, as the information provided for evaluation is consistent with the alleged failure.Upon further investigation of the ct scans by healthcare professionals, the following was observed.Loosening of the tibial component can be confirmed based on the provided images.Aseptic loosening is likely; however, the underlying cause remains unclear and may be patient-related due to poor bone quality.No specific abnormalities were identified.Failure of a total ankle replacement (tar) over time is a known complication.In the case of a planned revision procedure, a medical opinion aimed at determining the root cause of the failure is part of the internal investigation process.Sufficient radiological and clinical information must be provided to enable a meaningful clinical assessment and to identify possible causes of failure.When a ct scan is the only available clinical source, this assessment is limited.No conclusive statement can be provided because key clinical information, such as the patient¿s clinical status, exact symptoms, range of motion, and the assessment of the treating physician, is missing.The root causes of radiographic findings such as radiolucent areas and bone cysts are often complex and multifactorial and cannot be determined scientifically without this critical information.Due to these limitations, statements regarding the patient, the procedure, or the device in relation to the cause of failure cannot be provided.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not identify any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not identify any abnormalities.No indications of material-related, manufacturing-related, or design-related issues were identified during the investigation.Although the issue is most likely related to the patient¿s condition, the root cause could not be conclusively determined.More detailed information regarding the complaint event is required in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.If the device is returned or if additional information is provided, the investigation will be reassessed.
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