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InjuryLWJ

PROFEMUR® MODULAR FEMORAL NECK

Received Feb 15, 2023 · Event occurred Dec 27, 2022

Report 3010536692-2023-00020 · MDR key 16377911

Device

Generic name

Hip Component

Model number

PHA01254

Catalog number

PHA01254

Lot number

119988501

Product problems

  • Break
  • Break

Patient

70 YR · Male

  • Pain
  • Loss of Range of Motion
  • Pain
  • Loss of Range of Motion

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

ALLEGEDLY, WHILE WALKING, THE PATIENT SUDDENLY FEELS A CRACKING SOUND FOLLOWED BY PAIN IN THE LEFT HIP. THIS THEN GIVES WAY SO MUCH THAT NO MORE WEIGHT-BEARING AND MOVEMENT IS POSSIBLE.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THIS EVENT WILL BE UPDATED ONCE THE INVESTIGATION IS COMPLETE. TRENDS WILL BE EVALUATED.

Remedial action

  • Recall