SYNTHES GMBH AIR OSCILLATOR; INSTRUMENT, SURGICAL, ORTHOPEDIC, AC-POWERED, MOTOR/ACCESS AND ATTACHMENT
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Catalog Number 511.610 |
Device Problems
Noise, Audible (3273); Complete Loss of Power (4015)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 06/03/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.If information is obtained that was not available for this medwatch, a supplemental medwatch report will be filed as appropriate.Device evaluation: the actual device was returned for evaluation.During repair, an evaluation was performed and it was determined that the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to component failure from normal wear.Udi: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported by (b)(6) that during service and evaluation, it was determined that the power of the air oscillator device was insufficient/low.It was further observed that the seal was worn, and the device had a component damage, an air leak, a worn motor and mad an excessive noise.It was further determined that the device failed pretest for check for air leak, check oscillating frequency with frequency meter, check for noticeable noise and check positioning of saw head.It was noted in the service order that the device did not work.It was reported there were no delays to the surgical procedure and the surgery was completed as intended.This event did not occur during surgery.There was no patient involvement.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted accordingly.
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