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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN PS HIGH FLEX XLPE SZ 3-4 9MM; PROSTHESIS,KNEE,PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL,SEMICONSTRAINED,CEMENTED,POLYMER/METAL/POLY
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| Catalog Number |
71453211 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Separation (1562)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Pain (1994); Injury (2348)
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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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It was reported during a literature review a traumatic late dissociation of the polyethylene insert with the patellar tendon rupture after the tka.2 years after the primary surgery, the patient complained of sudden onset knee pain with restricted motion after fall at home.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The associated complaint device was not returned for evaluation.Our clinical/medical team noted no relevant supporting clinical information has been provided to assist with a clinical investigation, and the patient's current condition is unknown.Therefore based on insufficient information, a thorough clinical assessment cannot be performed at this time.Without the actual product involved and/or device information, our investigation cannot proceed.If the device or new information is received in the future, this complaint can be re-opened.No further actions are being taken at this time.We consider this investigation closed.
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