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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: TORNIER INC PERFORM 55% INSERT VE SZ1/2 36 MM +3; PROSTHESIS, SHOULDER, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER + ADDITIVE, CEMENTED

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TORNIER INC PERFORM 55% INSERT VE SZ1/2 36 MM +3; PROSTHESIS, SHOULDER, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER + ADDITIVE, CEMENTED Back to Search Results
Catalog Number DWS3363
Medical Device Problem Code Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes Joint Dislocation (2374); Insufficient Information (4580)
Date of Event 12/17/2025
Type of Reportable Event Serious Injury
Event or Problem Description
Believed the polyethylene component was properly seated intraoperatively.Postoperatively, the polyethylene was found to have disengaged, indicating a potential issue with component engagement or assembly.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Upon completion of the investigation, additional information will be provided in a supplemental report.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that both the surgeon and sales rep believed the polyethylene component was properly seated intraoperatively.Postoperatively, the polyethylene was found to have disengaged.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event could be confirmed, since the product was returned for evaluation and matches the alleged failure mode.The device inspection revealed the following: visual inspection of the returned device revealed chipping of the polymer material at multiple locations, along with deep scratch marks, possibly incurred during use.Furthermore, functional testing of the returned polyethylene insert was performed using a test jig.The device seated properly on the jig when impacted, indicating normal functionality.As a result, the reported issue could not be confirmed.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.Based on the investigation findings, the reported issue could not be confirmed, therefore root cause could not established.If more information is provided, the case will be reassessed.
 
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Brand Name
PERFORM 55% INSERT VE SZ1/2 36 MM +3
Common Device Name
PROSTHESIS, SHOULDER, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER + ADDITIVE, CEMENTED
Manufacturer (Section D)
TORNIER INC
10801 nesbitt avenue s
bloomington MN 55437
Manufacturer (Section G)
WRIGHT MEDICAL CORK (TORNIER ORTHOPEDICS IRELAND LTD)
harnetts cross
macroom, co. cork NA
EI   NA
Manufacturer Contact
dannielle stap
325 corporate drive
mahwah, NJ 07430
2018315000
MDR Report Key24071080
Report Number0001649390-2026-00045
Device Sequence Number13044006
Product Code PAO
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryUS
PMA/510(K) Number
K201315
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Company Representative
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 07/02/2026
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? No
Operator of Device Lay User/Patient
Device Catalogue NumberDWS3363
Device Lot NumberAJ7787
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Was the Report Sent to FDA? No
Type of Report(Section G)Initial
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 12/17/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer06/16/2026
Initial Report FDA Received Date01/14/2026
Supplement Report FDA Received Date07/02/2026
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Yes
Date Device Manufactured09/26/2025
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 SexUnknown
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