| Catalog Number |
5517F601 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Fitting Problem (2183); Device Operates Differently Than Expected (2913); Scratched Material (3020)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
06/28/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Review of the device history records indicate devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock on with no reported discrepancies.There have been no other events for the lot referenced.A supplemental report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a press fit left femur had an improper fit.Surgeon re-cut and still could not get it seated.Surgeon implanted a cemented femur instead.There was a 45 minute surgical delay but no adverse consequence to patient.Rep stated no additional anesthesia was administered.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding size/fit (press-fit) issue involving a triathlon femoral component was reported.The event was not confirmed.Device evaluation and results: multi directional scratches on the bearing surface of the femoral component are consistent with attempted implantation, explantation damage and subsequent post explantation/handling damage.The internal fixation surface appears unremarkable.Dimensional analysis confirms the device is within specification.Medical records received and evaluation: not performed as medical records were not provided.Device history review: indicated all devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no reported discrepancies.Complaint history review: there were no other similar events for the referenced lot.Conclusions: the results of the investigation indicated that the device was visually and dimensionally within specifications.No further investigation for this event is possible at this time.If additional information becomes available, this investigation will be reopened.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a press fit left femur had an improper fit.Surgeon re-cut and still could not get it seated.Surgeon implanted a cemented femur instead.There was a 45 minute surgical delay but no adverse consequence to patient.Rep stated no additional anaesthesia was administered.
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