H3, h6: it was reported that the daa double offset adapter right 80/45 is not locking tight enough onto the broach and the spring feels loose.The device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for investigation.A product evaluation could therefore not be performed.Nevertheless, the batch number was reported and the production documentation review was performed.No additional complaint with batch: a61360 was reported so far.A review of the production documentation for the batch in scope did not reveal any deviation from the standard operating procedure.There is no indication that the reported device failed to meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.Based on the performed investigations, a relationship between the reported event and the device cannot be confirmed and the root cause of the reported problem remains unknown.The need for corrective action is not indicated.Normal wear and tear through repeated is known to contribute to the reported event.According to document "processing (cleaning, disinfection and sterilization) of instruments from smith & nephew orthopaedics ag" (lit.N°03389-en 1363 v3 11/19), all devices must be inspected and controlled for proper functioning after cleaning/disinfection.Smith and nephew will continue to monitor the device for similar issues.Apart from that, no further actions are deemed necessary at the time.This investigation is considered closed.The complaint will be reopened should the device be received.
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