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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LEGION CON INS TRL 15MM SZ 7-8; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT
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| Catalog Number |
71434264 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/03/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during a tka surgery, while inserting the legion con ins trl 15mm sz 7-8; both posterior edges of the legion con ins trl 15mm sz 7-8 broke inside the patient.The broken pieces were removed from the patient, the area was washed with saline, the fluid was suctioned and the area was rechecked for debris.When the area was determined to be clear, the surgery continued after a non-significant delay, with a s+n back-up device.No further complications were reported as a consequence of this problem.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.Device batch number was not provided, thus, an evaluation of the manufacturing records could not be performed.A review of complaint history for the previous 12 months did not reveal similar events for the listed device.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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