| Model Number |
SCD48 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Failure to Fire (2610); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/25/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Evaluation summary: medtronic conducted an investigation based upon all information received.The device was available for evaluation.Visual inspection noted the waveguide was found to be broken.It was reported that the device received a red light and would not activate during use.The reported issue was confirmed.The manufacturing records for each device are thoroughly reviewed prior to release to ensure that it meets all medtronic quality specifications.A secondary review of the device history records found no potentially contributing factors.The instructions included with this device provide the following guidance: contact between the active blade and other metal objects (hemostats, clips, staples, retractors, etc.) may result in unintended damage to tissue and/or device failure.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event or Problem Description
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According to the reporter, during gastroplasty, the device had a red light indicator failure.Another dissector and battery was installed to ensure that the generator was the cause for the non-activation.Using another dissector as well they were able to complete the procedure.There was no patient injury.
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