| Catalog Number |
6276-7-116 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Pain (1994); Perforation (2001); Reaction (2414); Inadequate Osseointegration (2646)
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| Date of Event |
01/08/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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It was noted that the device is not available for evaluation.Additional information has been requested and if received, will be provided in the supplemental report upon completion of the investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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The sales rep confirmed that on (b)(6) 2017, the patient underwent a revision of a dupuy hip system due to metal-on-metal wear.The restoration modular stem that was implanted was too long and perforated the patient¿s femur.On (b)(6) 2017, the surgeon removed the restoration modular stem, cut it and re-implanted it back into the patient.Patient in less pain than the first operation.The only device replaced during this procedure was the ceramic head.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding the stem going through the femur (periprosthetic fracture) involving a restoration modular stem was reported.The event was not confirmed.Method & results: -device evaluation and results: not performed as the reported device was not returned for evaluation.-medical records received and evaluation: a medical review was not performed because no medical information was provided.-device history review: review indicated all devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no reported discrepancies.-complaint history review: review indicated there have been no other similar events for the reported lot.Conclusions: the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Additional information, including operative reports, progress notes, x-rays and return of the device are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.
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Event or Problem Description
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The sales rep confirmed that on (b)(6) 2017, the patient underwent a revision of a dupuy hip system due to metal-on-metal wear.The restoration modular stem that was implanted was too long and perforated the patient¿s femur.On (b)(6) 2017, the surgeon removed the restoration modular stem, cut it and re-implanted it back into the patient.Patient in less pain than the first operation.The only device replaced during this procedure was the ceramic head.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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