Model Number ACL TIGHTROPE RT W/ DEPLOYING SUTURE |
Device Problem
Material Split, Cut or Torn (4008)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 11/18/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an anterior cruciate ligament (acl) surgery the device tore.There was no harm for patient, operator or third party.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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The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be determined as the device was not returned for evaluation.The root cause of the event could not be determined from the information available and without device evaluation.If the device becomes available for evaluation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Visual inspection found the (b)(6) is missing from the returned device.The tightrope is broken at splice point and missing rest of the suture.Tightrope is frayed on the backside of the button.Complaint is confirmed.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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