SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LARGE SCREWDRIVER HANDLE; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
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Model Number 71173547 |
Device Problem
Mechanical Jam (2983)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 01/06/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, large screwdriver handle device is locked up.No case involved; therefore, no patient involvement.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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Results of investigation: the associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device could not confirm the stated failure mode.The device was shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation confirmed the stated failure mode, the paired mating part mechanism are stuck /locked together.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.We consider this investigation closed.
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