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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN HOUSING CAM MODULE S7; PROSTH, KNEE, PATE/FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, UNCEM, PORO, COAT, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Catalog Number |
71434430 |
| 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 |
05/07/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during surgery the instrument broke.No delay was reported and no backup device was available.Device broke on the patient's incision.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.One of the attachment tabs fractured off of the device and was not returned.The device was manufactured in 2017 and exhibits signs of extensive wear/usage.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.
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