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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II CR ISRT TRL LT SZ3-4 10M; PROSTH, KNEE, PATELLOFEMO, SEMI-CONS, CEMENTED, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Model Number |
74033642 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
01/02/2020
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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 trial broke.Any piece was left inside the patient.No patient injury or other complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation, the reported event could not be confirmed.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the products failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.
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