It was reported that a patient appeared to be having an allergic skin reaction approximately three months after an initial bunion surgery was performed on (b)(6) 2019.The patient underwent allergy testing which indicated a contact allergies to nickel sulfate hexahydrate, 4-phenylenediamine base, and myroxylon pereirae resin.However, due to the source of the allergic skin reaction being unknown, the surgeon opted to remove all implanted hardware (tmc and non-tmc) in a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2020.Upon removal, all tmc hardware was intact and the intended bones were completely fused/healed.The device was not returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.The device history record was reviewed and no issues were identified during the manufacture and release of the device that could have contributed to what was reported.The tmc device is made from titanium alloy (ti-6al-4v eli) in compliance with astm f136.The tmc plating system instructions for use indicates the following: "patient sensitivity to implant materials should be considered and assessed prior to surgery." the company will supplement this mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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