It was reported by surgical staff that a reprocessed harmonic device was not properly working.The device was removed from service and replaced with a working device.The procedure was completed as planned with no harm to the patient.The device was given to clinical engineering.Upon physical examination, there were no visible defects to the device.It will be returned to the reprocessing manufacturer for failure analysis.The stryker sustainability representative has been notified and we will return this device for failure analysis.
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