| Catalog Number |
201524000 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
12/29/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the pinnacle ultamet metal on metal liner extractor broke during removal of a metal on metal liner.Both the liner remover and the impactor handle broke during the case.All pieces were retrieved, nothing left in the patient.No surgical delay.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint #: (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination of the returned instrument confirmed the complaint.Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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