Model Number N/A |
Device Problems
Loss of or Failure to Bond (1068); Unstable (1667)
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Patient Problems
Fall (1848); Bone Fracture(s) (1870)
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Event Date 09/29/2019 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Concomitant medical products: 010000663 ¿ g7 shell ¿ 6549351, 010000857 ¿ g7 liner ¿ 6487188, 12115121 ¿ femoral head ¿ 2971324.Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet as the product location is unknown.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a patient underwent a right hip revision following a ground level fall and sustaining a periprosthetic fracture.During the procedure, the shell was left intact and the head, liner and stem components were removed and replaced without complications.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Reported event was confirmed by review of medical records noting patient experienced a ground level fall and a periprosthetic fracture leading to an unstable and loose hip prosthesis.The fracture was reduced and stabilized with a mini frag plate and cerclage cables.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies were found.The root cause is unable to be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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No additional event information to report at this time.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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