| Model Number |
370-17-502 |
| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Fall (1848); No Code Available (3191)
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| Date of Event |
08/11/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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Revision surgery - due to the patient falling and breaking the poly post and screw off.The surgeon determined that he needed to replace the poly.The djo rep said the primary surgery was in 2006 and then a revision in 2009.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reason for this revision surgery was due to the breakage of the poly post and screw off.The in-vivo length of patient service for the implant was 8.5 years.There are no reported pre-existing patient health conditions.The healthcare professional indicated there was no delay in surgery and another suitable device was available for use.The revision surgery was completed as intended.The device was disposed of at the hospital and not made available to djo surgical for examination.A review of the device history records (dhrs) revealed no discrepancies or issues with the manufacturing of this part.All critical dimensions, design criteria and specifications in effect at the time the part was manufactured were met.The complaint investigation history was reviewed and no trends or on-going issues were deemed to be present or in need of review.This event is deemed as non-product related.The root cause for this event was the patient had a broken posterior stabilized insert from trauma (fall).The scope of this investigation is limited without having the explanted parts available to djo surgical for evaluation.Other conditions relating to this event could not be determined with confidence.Inventory containment is not required since there are no indications of a product or process issue affecting implant safety or effectiveness.
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