DEPUY SYNTHES POWER TOOLS SAGITTAL SAW-ATTACHM LONG W/T-HANDLE F/TRS; BATTERY, REPLACEMENT, RECHARGEABLE
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Catalog Number 05.001.224 |
Device Problem
Device Slipped (1584)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional narrative: (b)(6).The actual device was returned for evaluation.Reliability engineering evaluated the device and observed that the coupling tool side was not functioning, the needle bearing was corroded and one of the pins on the saw head was broken.Therefore, the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to wear from normal use and servicing over time.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be sent accordingly.
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Event Description
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It was reported from (b)(6) that the locking part on the sagittal saw attachment device did not function properly.According to the report, the blade device became loose when in use.It was not reported if the device was used in surgery, or if there was patient involvement.There were no delays to a scheduled surgical procedure.A spare device was not available for use.It was not reported if there were any injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.The exact date of this event was unknown.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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