The reason for this revision surgery was due to the polyethylene bearing wearing out.The actual length of in-vivo patient service for this product is unknown as the original surgery date was not provided or could be established.The complaint did indicate the product may have been in-vivo for approximately 10 years.There is no information in this complaint about any patient injuries, activities, or accidents that may have contributed to the need for this revision surgery.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 and product complaint report history for this product could not be conducted due to no part or lot number being reported.This complaint is deemed to be non-product related.The complaint states the patient's ulna elbow had worn out.The complaint investigation is limited in scope since the part associated with this investigation was not returned to djo surgical for evaluation.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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