| Catalog Number |
89-8521-470-40 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/21/2026
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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).G2: foreign - event occurred in france.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that there is a damaged component of aseptic battery housing.During due diligence and as per the received photos of the product, it appeared that the lid of the housing is broken.No known impact or consequence to the patient.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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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, h1, h2, h3, h4, h6, h11 the reported event was confirmed by review of pictures.No product was returned; dimensional evaluations could not be performed.With the attached picture the fracture in the hinge can be confirmed.The device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies relevant to the reported event were found.Review of complaint history identified additional similar complaints for the reported item and no additional complaints for the reported part and lot combination.Complaints are monitored through monthly complaint review in order to identify potential adverse trends.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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It was reported that there is a damaged component of aseptic battery housing.During due diligence and as per the received photos of the product, it appeared that the lid of the housing is broken.No known impact or consequence to the patient.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
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