| Model Number |
72202961S |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Crack (1135)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/07/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The sample is under evaluation by the manufacturing site.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during the set up before a knee scope surgery the scope was loose.No patient injuries or delay reported.Smith and nephew back-up device was available to complete the surgery.Preliminary results of investigation have concluded that this unit had a chipped distal lens with scratches on needle which makes it a reportable event.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).H10 h3, h6: the reported device, intended for use in treatment, was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the returned device and the reported incident.A visual inspection found a distal tip and fiber damage, a chipped distal lens with scratches on the needle.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat issue.The complaint was confirmed.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include an impact event inconsistent with normal use and wear from use.
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