| Model Number |
ARTHREX AR-200 CONSOLE |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Defective Device (2588)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
07/05/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be determined as the device was not returned for evaluation.The root cause of the event could not be determined from the information available and without device evaluation.If the device becomes available for evaluation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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On 7/6/2023, it was reported by a sales representative via sems that an ar-200c console would not recognize the foot pedal.The icon of a cellphone with an exclamation mark came on and wouldn't go away, and the console would not work after troubleshooting.The issue was discovered during the case, and they had to connect to a tps drill to finish the case with no patient effect.This occurred during use in an unspecified procedure with no patient harm.Additional information was requested.On 8/2/2023, the sales representative provided the following information via email: this event occurred during a met osteotomy procedure on (b)(6) 2023.They kept getting the signal to call for service and attached the burr to tps to finish the case.There was no adverse effect or procedural delay reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6.The complaint allegation was not confirmed.(1) unpackaged ar-200c console for drillsaw highspeed 200 system was returned for investigation.The returned device was visually inspected, and it was noted that there were regular signs of wear and tear.The returned device was assembled with ar-200m and the footswitch and tested and evaluated under normal use conditions to see if the issue(s) reported could be reproduced.The console was powered on, and no error messages or audible alarms were triggered.The device works with the footswitch and the handpiece without any issues.No problem found.
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