(b)(4).Batch # p5824h.Month and day unknown.Only year (2018) is known.Device evaluation: the analysis results found that the ntlc75 device was received with the firing mechanism damaged as the firing knob was detached and the slip block assembly was noted to be damaged.The device was received with no reload loaded in the device.In addition, two reloads were received inside of a plastic bag.The sr75 reload (b) was received with the proximal one driver up without staple, and the remaining drivers down with staples present; the swing tab in the locked position.The sr75 reload (c) was received with the proximal 10 drivers up without staples, and the remaining drivers down with staples present; the swing tab in the locked position.Due to the condition of the device, no functional test could be performed.The damage to the firing knob and slip block assembly is consistent with high (outside indicated use) staple forming forces; however, there is insufficient evidence to determine the cause of the higher loads.It should be noted that the cartridge reload is designed to lockout, as a safety feature, if any staples have been fired from the cartridge reload.If enough force is applied the device could be damaged.For additional information please refer to the instructions for use.The batch history record was reviewed and no defects, ncr¿s or protocols related to the complaint, were found during the manufacturing process.
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It was reported that in the course of a right hemi-colectomy procedure using the device, an error occurred in the process of firing.The blade suddenly stopped in the middle of the device, and the blade didn't move forward.As an emergency measure, the surgeon backed off the firing knob and detach it from the tissue.A new cartridge was used for alternative, but the same issue was occurred.Eventually, the device(body) was changed to complete the procedure.There were no reported adverse consequences for the patient so far.
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