| Catalog Number |
6098-0530 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Fall (1848); Bone Fracture(s) (1870); Injury (2348)
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| Date of Event |
12/19/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding a periprosthetic fracture involving an omnifit stem was reported.The event was not confirmed.Method & results: device evaluation and results: not performed as product was not returned.Medical records received and evaluation: no medical records were received for review with a clinical consultant.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: the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Additional information including operative reports, progress notes, x-rays and return of the device are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.
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Event or Problem Description
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Patient had a cemented total hip replacement approximately 14 years ago.Patient has done well until a recent fall on the ice.Patient sustained a periprosthetic fracture.Surgeon alleges no defect of the implants.Fracture was repaired with cables.Femoral component was removed and replaced.The liner was replaced.Operation completed successfully.Update 28/december/2018: patient's femur was fractured.
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