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The reason for this revision surgery was due to instability.The previous surgery and the revision detailed in this investigation occurred over 1 year and 10 months apart.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.This investigation is limited in scope as limited information was provided to djo surgical - (b)(4) for examination and the part associated with this investigation was not returned to djo surgical for review.A review of the implant device history records (dhr) shows that the reported components used in the previous surgery met design and manufacturing requirements.There were no non-conforming material reports associated with the product that may have contributed to the event.The device and its applicable concomitant devices were within their respective expiration dates at the time of use during the previous surgery.Customer complaint history of the reported device showed no present trends or on-going issues that are in need of review.The root cause of this complaint was a revision surgery due to instability.There are multiple factors that may contribute to the event that are outside the control of djo surgical are poor bone density, inadequate soft tissue support, patient bone deterioration, degenerative bone, patient activities or trauma.No additional information was submitted with the complaint regarding pre-existing conditions of the patient or any activities that may have contributed to the event and hence a definitive root cause cannot be determined.There were no findings during this investigation that indicate that the reported device was the source or had a direct connection with the patient's event.There are no indications of a product or process issue affecting implant safety or effectiveness.
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