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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN OFFSET COUPLER TRIAL 6MM; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SMI-CONSTRAINED, CMNTD, METAL/POLYMR
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| Model Number |
71434306 |
| 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 |
01/17/2020
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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 an s and n knee revision, the coupler wasn't engaging one of the washers within the coupler was broken.No injuries or delays reported.A backup device was available.
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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 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 products failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Without the actual product involved, our investigation cannot proceed.
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