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A1114 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Mechanical Jam (2983)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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Refer to mfg report 3004608878-2023-00205: a facility reported that when they attempted to use this mayfield infinity skull clamp (a1114) for a third time, it could not be used in the operating room (presence of integra rep in the room) due to a malfunction: difficult to close the arm and impossible to tighten correctly.The operation ended with another mayfield they had in stock and a delay of 90 minutes.There was no patient injury.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An investigation has been initiated based on the reported information.Upon completion of the investigation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The mayfield modified skull clamp (a1114) was returned for evaluation: device history record (dhr) - the dhr was reviewed and shows no abnormalities related to the reported failure.Failure analysis - the investigation of the returned device found no device deficiencies that would have contributed to the reported complaint.The swivel lock opens and closes according to the manufacturer's specifications; there is no movement.The starburst teeth and inner threads have no defect, and the ratchet extension can be inserted fluidly into the skull clamp base and can be unlocked properly.The swivel base assembly rotates smoothly throughout the 360° rotation, the index knob has a positive rollover, and the plunger assembly does not contain any free movement when the ratchet extension is removed.No maintenance is required at this time, as the unit met all manufacturer specifications.The unit has been subjected to a successful functional check, and the device has been scrapped.Root cause - the complaint is not confirmed.The returned unit is in good working order and meets all manufacturer¿s specifications.Probable root cause is improper use or customer error.No further investigation required based on the acceptability of risk and no adverse trends identified.This will be monitored and trended going forward.At present, we consider this complaint to be closed.
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