Model Number N/A |
Device Problem
Material Erosion (1214)
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Patient Problems
Host-Tissue Reaction (1297); Cyst(s) (1800); Pain (1994)
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Event Date 06/24/2016 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product identification necessary to review manufacturing history was not provided.Current information is insufficient to permit a conclusion as to the cause of the event.This report is number 2 of 2 mdrs filed for the same patient (reference 0001825034-2016-02706 and 0001825034-2017-00347).
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Event Description
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It was reported that patient underwent a right hip revision procedure approximately 8 years post-implantation due to pain.During the procedure, the femoral head, acetabular liner and cup were removed and replaced.Additional information received in medical records confirmed the patient¿s right hip was revised approximately 8 years post-implantation due to pain.Operative report indicates the presence of a pseudotumor, elevated metal ion levels and cystic debris.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Reported event was unable to be confirmed.Device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies relevant to the reported event were found.Review of complaint history determined that no further action is required as no trends were identified.Root cause was unable to be determined.There are warnings in the package insert that this type of event can occur and associated risks are addressed in risk documentation.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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Hip revision due to pain, elevated ion levels, pseudotumor, and cystic debris.Metal debris was identified around the acetabulum.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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