SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RATCHET WRENCH; APPLIANCE, FIXATION, NAIL/BLADE/PLATE COMBINATION, MULTIPLE COMPONENT
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Model Number 71070367 |
Device Problem
Defective Device (2588)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 08/19/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during the procedure, the ratchet wrench froze up and was no longer works.The issue happened outside the patient.The procedure was completed without delay, using a backup from smith & nephew to finish the surgery.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The associated device, used in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the device shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation confirmed the stated failure mode.The ratchet wrench has seized rendering the device inoperable.The device was manufactured in 2010.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints and assessed for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.
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