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An event regarding disassociation and altr involving an accolade stem was reported.Disassociation was confirmed following a clinician review, altr is observed on the provided intraoperative image.Method & results: device evaluation and results: the reported device was not returned; however, photographs were provided for review.The photographs provided are of the recently explanted stem with tissue/blood around the stem body and a worn trunnion.An image of the patients blackened tissue was also provided which is indicative of altr.Medical records received and evaluation: the provided medical records were reviewed by a clinical consultant indicated: rejected for medical review.Need primary and revision operative reports, histopathology reports, serial x-rays and office/clinical notes, examination of the explanted components.Provided x-ray and pictures confirmed the dissociated stem and head.Device history review: all devices were manufactured and accepted into final stock with no relevant reported discrepancies.Complaint history review: there have been no other similar events for the reported lot.Conclusion: disassociation was confirmed following a clinician review, altr is observed on the provided intraoperative image; however, the provided records were rejected for medical review as it was indicated that the clinician needed primary and revision operative reports, histopathology reports, serial x-rays and office/clinical notes, examination of the explanted components to determine a root cause.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.Product surveillance will continue to monitor for trends.
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