|
Catalog Number S-2B |
Device Problem
Naturally Worn (2988)
|
Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
|
Event Date 03/02/2017 |
Event Type
malfunction
|
Manufacturer Narrative
|
(b)(4).(b)(6).As of this date, the device has not been returned for evaluation; therefore, the reported condition cannot be confirmed and/or duplicated.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
|
|
Event Description
|
This is event 1 of 2 of the same event.It was reported from (b)(6) that during a cochlear implant surgical procedure, it was observed that the cutter device flutes on the ball were flat and not sharp.According to the reporter, the event had previously occurred on different occasions while using the cutter devise but no exact information was available.There were no delays to the surgical procedure.It was unknown if a spare device was available for use.There was patient involvement.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
|
|
Manufacturer Narrative
|
Additional narrative: (b)(4).Device evaluation: the actual device was returned for evaluation.Reliability engineering evaluated the device and the reported condition was not duplicated or confirmed.Therefore, an assignable root cause was not determined.However, during evaluation it was observed that there was black discoloration on the tip which indicates insufficient irrigation during the procedure contrary to dfu (directions for use).A dimensional assessment was performed which determined that all measurable features met specifications.A functional test was performed and this burr exhibited a normal cut rate for this burr design.This burr design employs the use of a primary on the edge of the cutting flutes which is intended to make them less aggressive than a standard fluted burr.They are used in proximity of the facial nerve during ent procedures where great care must be taken not to damage the nerve.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to component damage caused by use error.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
|
|
Manufacturer Narrative
|
Correction: the lot number was inadvertently documented as serial number in the initial report.It has been updated as (b)(4).The actual device has been returned and is currently pending evaluation.Once reliability engineering evaluates the device, a supplemental medwatch report will be sent accordingly.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
|
|
Search Alerts/Recalls
|
|
|