Integra has completed their internal investigation on 12/07/2015.The investigation included: methods: review of complaints history.Results: a review of the device history record cannot be performed as no product code and manufacturing lot number was provided.Prior to release, following frequency determined by probability law applied to incoming inspection, ipp-on implants are tested for: - visual aspect: finishing.- documentary inspection: delivery note, certificate of compliance for machining and for packaging, sterilization certificate - functional inspection: proximal external diameter, distal external diameter, external shape of the proximal and distal part.External diameter and external sharp of proximal part are checked during incoming inspection.A review of the complaint system was performed.This is the first incident reported about loosening implant after implementation for the past two years.During the same time period, (b)(4) on implants were sold.The complaint rate for this kind of incident during the stated time period is 0.03 percent.Conclusion: given the description of the event and the observations made during the documentary investigation and the lack of returned product or lot number information, the root cause cannot be determined.
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