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It was reported that during a hip arthroscopy, internal to the patient, the tip of the inserter was placed into the patient´s bone.It broke off.The tip wasn¿t removed and was kept in the patient.The procedure was completed without delay.No additional device was required.No patient injury or other complications were reported.
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H6: 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 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 an isolated 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 review of the print specifications found that the storage requirements, material specifications, and applicable tests were appropriately specified.A material certificate of analysis was required for the raw material.A relationship, if any, between the subject device and the reported event could not be determined.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.
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