Patient in for a scope of right knee.The procedure was going well when a burning smell was noted coming from the full radius resector being used.Upon further inspection, smoke was coming from the instrument and it appeared to be broken.The surgeon stopped the procedure and removed the instrument.He then inspected the knee at the portal site and noted a burn, measuring 10mm wide and 20mm in length.Per response to the hospital, the manufacturer is very concerned about the device and the event.The manufacturer will come get the device when the hospital is ready to release it.
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