A medwatch with uf/importer report number (b)(4) received on 10apr2019 with the following information: a 600250 appel nh left-curve tungsten carbide tip was missing, (2cm x 1cm shaving from the inner aspect).Additional information received on 15apr2019 indicated that the event occurred on (b)(6) 2019.The patient was prepped for surgery; however, the tip issue was discovered prior to use on the female patient.The device was unable to grip a needle.There was a 5-minute surgery delay with no adverse consequences to the patient.There was no revision or medical intervention required.
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