Model Number ACL TIGHTROPE |
Device Problem
Blocked Connection (2888)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 01/06/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an anterior cruciate ligament surgery the device got blocked and could not be used anymore.According to the surgeon there was no harm for patient, operator or third party reported.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device with the same part number.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This 3500a record is submitted to comply with an fda 483 inspectional observation issued to arthrex inc on may 5, 2023.Arthrex has reassessed the reportability decisions made on historical complaint records using revised criterion.This 3500a document is a result of the reassessment.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to misuse/mishandling due to damage to the device.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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