SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RDCE FRCPS W/ PTS BRD; PROST,KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL,SEMI-CONSTRA,CEMEN,MET/POLY
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Model Number 71173377 |
Device Problem
Material Twisted/Bent (2981)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 10/05/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during inspection in cpd, it was noticed that the tip of the forceps is bent.No case involved.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, intended for use in treatment, was returned for evaluation.A visual inspection confirmed the rdce frcps w/ pts brd are bent.The device shows significant signs of wear/usage.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Expected wear/tear is likely the probable cause of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaints will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for these complaints; however we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.
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