SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MOTOR DRIVE UNIT HAND CNTRL PWRMX EL; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES
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Model Number 72200616 |
Device Problem
Protective Measures Problem (3015)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference case-(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, the motor drive unit had a sensor error.It is unknown if the event occurred during surgery, if a backup device was available or if there was a delay.No patient injury was reported and no other complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).The reported device, intended for use in treatment, was received for evaluation.There was no relationship found between the returned device and the reported incident.A visual inspection was performed on the product and cord connector has been damaged.The complaint of handpiece sensor fault could not be confirmed.Functional testing could not be performed due to damaged connector.The complaint was not confirmed and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.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.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.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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