Manufacturing site evaluation: the device was not returned to the manufacturer for physical evaluation.Additionally, no on-site evaluation of the unit was performed and no parts were returned for failure analysis.Therefore, the investigation was not able to confirm a device issue that could be associated with the reported event.The device history records (dhr) were reviewed for the reported lot number; the devices were found to be within specification at the time of production.All device history records (dhr) are reviewed and released according to documented procedures and a device is not released if it does not meet requirements or is nonconforming.A definitive conclusion regarding the complaint incident cannot be reached without a physical examination of the complaint device.
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It was reported to aesculap inc.That a prestige atra graspersgl-act5mm 36cm (part # 8360-00) was used during a procedure performed on an unknown date.According to the complainant, during the procedure, the device was not able to be opened and the lock appeared loose.The complaint device was not returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.No patient complications were reported as a result of this event.Although requested, additional information has not been made available.The malfunction is filed under aic reference (b)(4).
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