ARTHROCARE CORPORATION FOOT CONTROL ASSEMBLY; ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES
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Model Number H4500-00 |
Device Problem
Power Problem (3010)
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Patient Problems
Insufficient Information (4580); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/21/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, during the set up for a tonsillectomy, it was noticed that the yellow foot switch in the foot control was faulty, no power was going into the wand.The procedure was cancelled, the patient was already under anesthesia when the problem occurred.No further complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.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 no 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.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.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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