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Reported event:
an event regarding wear involving an accolade stem.The reported stem was mated with a lfit v40 cocr head.The cocr head has been identified to be within scope of nc and capa.The event was not confirmed.Method & results:
-product evaluation and results: material analysis, visual, functional and dimensional inspections could not be performed as the device was not returned.-clinician review: a review of the provided medical records by a clinical consultant indicated: 'i can confirm that the patient had both the primary and revision total hip arthroplasty since i was able to review x-rays with the implants in place and operation reports of each surgery.The root cause of this event cannot be determined with certainty.The causes of total hip arthroplasty failure due to trunnionosis are multifactorial, including surgical technique, patient factors including lifestyle, activity level and bmi, and implant factors.'
-product history review: review of the product history records indicate the reported device was manufactured with no reported relevant discrepancies.-complaint history review: there have been no other similar events for the reported lot.Conclusions:
it was reported that 'pt.Reported; i just had a total hip revision surgery to replace the lfit anatomic v40 that apparently had been recalled.Pt.Mentioned she had been in a lot of pain with clicking and grinding.Stated that black fluid poured out when the implant was removed.' a review of the provided medical records by a clinical consultant indicated: 'i can confirm that the patient had both the primary and revision total hip arthroplasty since i was able to review x-rays with the implants in place and operation reports of each surgery.The root cause of this event cannot be determined with certainty.The causes of total hip arthroplasty failure due to trunnionosis are multifactorial, including surgical technique, patient factors including lifestyle, activity level and bmi, and implant factors.' the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Additional information including operative reports, progress notes, x-rays and return of the device are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.
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