| Model Number |
2178-63-176 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Loose or Intermittent Connection (1371)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Insufficient Information (4580)
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| Date of Event |
10/28/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination of the returned device confirmed the reported event.The investigation attributed the root cause to normal use and servicing and did not establish that a broader investigation or corrective action was necessary.Depuy synthes considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that all reamers were loose on the adapters and spun freely.Adapter would spin freely when attached to reamers or any other attachment.T-handle was also loose.Attachment point seems to be weak and came free at first sign of resistance.No pieces broke off in patient.All pieces were removed from patient.Surgery time was extended by approximately 30 as a result of depuy instruments not functioning properly.
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