| Model Number |
72202962S |
| 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 |
10/28/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during a hip arthroscopy surgery the scope image was occluded.No patient injuries or delay reported.Smith and nephew back-up device was available to complete the surgery.Results of investigation have concluded that this unit had cracked distal lens 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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H3,h6: the reported device, used in treatment, was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the returned device and the reported incident.A visual inspection found severe distal tip and fiber damage and cracked distal lens with scratches on 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 event.The complaint was confirmed.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include an impact event inconsistent with normal use.
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