| Model Number |
72203706 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/18/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the ultrabraid sutures broke on three 5.5 healicoil anchors.It is unknown whether there was a back up available or delay in the case and if the event happened during surgery.No other complications were reported.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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The reported device, used in treatment, was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.A review of the device history records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification or would not be able to perform as intended.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat issue.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A review of risk management files found that the reported failure was documented appropriately.A relationship, if any, between the subject device and the reported event could not be determined.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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