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Catalog Number 05.001.202 |
Device Problem
Leak/Splash (1354)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 01/01/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported from germany that during service and evaluation, it was determined that the power module device was leaking liquid, the motor was worn, and there was fluid ingress.It was further determined that the device failed pretest for general condition and lever function, check position of motor shaft, check motor shaft abrasion and free movement, and check liquid indicator.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 not reported, however, it was reported that the event occurred in 2023.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy synthese, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, depuy synthese, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.If information is obtained that was not available for this medwatch, a supplemental medwatch report will be filed as appropriate.H10 additional narrative: the actual device was returned for evaluation.During repair, an evaluation was performed and it was determined that the device was leaking liquid.Therefore, the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be traced to the user, which is user error.Udi ¿ (b)(4).
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