Catalog Number A3059 |
Device Problem
Unstable (1667)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An investigation has been initiated based on the reported information.Upon completion of the investigation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Event Description
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A facility reported that there was no more stability on the mayfield swivel adaptor (a3059), and neuro-navigation was not possible.The device was in contact with the patient; however there was no patient injury.The event led to increased surgery time of 1 hour.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The mayfield skull clamp was received for evaluation: device history record (dhr) - the dhr was reviewed and no anomalies related to the reported failure was observed.The reported complaint was confirmed from the evaluation.The investigation showed that the skull clamp is hard to adjust.Some part of the device are worn and the unit is dirty.The unit needs repair, preventative maintenance and replacement of worn parts along with general cleaning.No further investigation required based on the acceptability of risk and no adverse trends identified.This will be monitored and trended going forward.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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