ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC. HARMONIC ACE PLUS 7 ADV HEMOSTASIS 36; INSTRUMENT, ULTRASONIC SURGICAL
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Model Number HARH36 |
Device Problem
Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging (2385)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/21/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an endoscopic kidney surgery, before used on the patient, the package was found damaged.Changed to another device to complete surgery.There was no patient consequence reported.No additional information can be provided.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Date sent: 4/24/2023.D4 batch #: x95a6t.Additional information was requested and the following was obtained: does the damage to the package compromise the sterility of the device?--unk.Investigation summary the product was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection was conducted on the returned device.The device was returned sealed inside its original packaging.Upon visual inspection, it was observed that the tyvek from the packaging was damaged; it was noted to have a hole in the tyvek, like a scratch.Due to the damages found on the packaging, a possible cause for these conditions is due to improper handling during transit or storage; it appears that the package hit a pointy surface and this caused the reported event.All ees product is 100% inspected prior to release.The information you provided is compiled monitored and reviewed on a routine basis for any associated trends.As part of the quality process all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device lot/batch x95a6t, and no non-conformances were identified.
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