DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS LLC BATTERY HANDPIECE/MODULAR FOR TRS; MOTOR, SURGICAL INSTRUMENT, AC-POWERED
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Catalog Number 05.001.201 |
Device Problem
Overheating of Device (1437)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 01/01/2018 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This device was returned for service; however, did not meet manufacturing specifications during pre-repair assessment.During repair, it was determined that the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to wear from normal use and servicing.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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Event Description
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It was reported by (b)(6) that during service and evaluation, it was determined that the mechanics and gear-wheel of the battery handpiece/modular device were damaged.It was further determined that the device ran hot.It was further determined that the device failed pretest for check function of all modes and check of free moving.It was noted in the service order that the device did not work.This event did not occur during surgery.There was no patient involvement.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.The exact date of the event was unknown.However, it was reported that the event occurred in 2018.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should available, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted accordingly.
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