| Model Number |
72201806 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/17/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an unknown surgery, a raptomite anchor was inserted into the hole, but it came loose when tensioning the sutures.It is unknown if another backup anchor was used.Non-significant delays occurred and no other complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference: case (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during the ankle stabilization surgery, after the 'raptomite' anchor was inserted into the bone hole, it came loose when tensioning the sutures.The anchor was removed with a nibbler and the case was finished with an unknown back-up placed into an additional drilled bone hole.There were non-significant surgical delays and no further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H6: the reported device 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 found similar reported events.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 risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.There was no way to determine if the device contributed to the reported event.The complaint was not confirmed.Factors that may have contributed to the reported event include an unintended excessive force when tensioning the suture or off axial insertion.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.
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