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The agent reported "(instability and quadriceps repair.Removed and exchanged out the insert.Towards the end, the insert was not big enough, so the new insert was removed along with all original djo implants and replaced with biomet implants)." the previous surgery and the surgery detailed in this investigation occurred 2.2 yrs.Apart.Item number: 343-19-708,
item description: empowr ps kneetm tibial insert, size 8, 19mm,
lot number: 056u1001,
part revision: 01,
product type: knee,
mfg date: 6/2/16,
expiration date: 4/30/21.This investigation is limited in scope as the item(s) associated with this investigation was not returned to djo surgical - austin for examination.The surgery was completed as intended and without incident.If additional information regarding the reported event is submitted at a future date, this investigation will be re-evaluated.There was no information submitted with this complaint about any patient activities, accidents, or medical contraindications that may have contributed to the reported event.A review of the implant device history records (dhr), shows that the reported component(s) used in the previous surgery, when released for use, met design and manufacturing requirements.There were no ncmrs associated with the product(s) that may have contributed to the reported event.The device(s) was verified to have gone through an acceptable sterilization process and was within its expiration date at the time of use during the previous surgery.Customer complaint history of the reported device(s) showed no present trends or on-going issues that are in need of review.There were no findings during this investigation that indicate that the reported device(s) was defective.The surgeon performed this procedure to remedy the patient's condition.No further action is deemed necessary.Root cause:
the root cause of this complaint was a revision surgery due to instability.No information was submitted with the complaint regarding pre-existing conditions of the patient or any activities the patient was involved in that may have contributed to the event.There are multiple factors that may contribute to an event that are outside of the control of djo surgical.Containment:
inventory containment is not required as there are no indications of a product or process issue affecting implant safety or effectiveness.The revision surgery was completed successfully.
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