PINNACLE
Received Jul 27, 2026 · Event occurred Jul 2, 2026
Report 1818910-2026-12775 · MDR key 50045293
Device
Generic name
Pinnacle Hip System : Hip Constrained Acetabular Liners
Manufacturer
Depuy Orthopaedics Inc UsCatalog number
121832654
Lot number
M84F78
Product problems
- Device Dislodged or Dislocated
Patient
Not reported
- Joint Dislocation
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
It was reported that patient head came out of the constrained liner. Dr. replaced the constrained liner and added a longer head for stability. There was no mention of issues with the implants. The surgeon thought the head levered out due to not having a long enough offset.DOI-(b)(6) 2025.DOR-(b)(6) 2026.Affected side-Unknown.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
PRODUCT COMPLAINT #(b)(4).This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 CFR, Part 803 (and/or Part 4, as applicable). This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date. This report does not reflect a conclusion by DePuy Synthes, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, DePuy Synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.INVESTIGATION SUMMARY:No device associated with this report was received for examination. The product investigation found no evidence suspecting an error in the manufacturing or material that would be a contributing factor in the reported allegation(s). A Records Evaluation (MRE) was not perform As part of our company quality system process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and distributed to approved specifications. Additional complaint information monitoring for potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending as part of the post-market surveillance. If additional information is made available, the investigation will be updated as applicable.DEVICE HISTORY LOT:There is no evidence suspecting an error in the manufacturing or material that would be a contributing factor in the reported allegation(s). A Manufacturing Records Evaluation (MRE) was not performed.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial MedWatch, a Follow-up MedWatch will be filed as appropriate.