| Model Number |
2011-03-029 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Material Twisted/Bent (2981); Naturally Worn (2988)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
11/18/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Investigation summary: examination and functional testing of the returned device identified the adapter matting end is stripped.The noted damage is consistent normal use and servicing and the investigation did not establish a need for corrective action.Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that upon inspection during processing of revision knee instrument, it was noticed that the tibia trial window sz 2.5 was cracked, stem extension wrench was hard to tighten, reamer attachment won't hold reamer appropriately, and the femoral/tibial/sleeve clamp appears to be worn down.Also, the removable femoral shaft was end that goes into t-handle is getting stuck on t-handle.No surgical delay.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination and functional testing of the returned device identified the adapter matting end is stripped.The noted damage is consistent normal use and servicing and the investigation did not establish a need for corrective action.Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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