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| Model Number |
7207678 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/03/2022
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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 arthroscopy, the distal tip of the biorci ha screw broke while it was being deployed in the tibial tunnel.The implant was removed successfully.Surgery was resumed after a non-significant delay, using a back-up device instead.No further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, 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 specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.The instructions for use were 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 and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the material specifications found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.An analysis of the customer provided image found the biorci screw outside of the packaging.The image is out of focus but the screw appears to be broken at the tip.The root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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