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It was reported that after an initial bunion surgery, all hardware was removed on (b)(6) 2023 due to broken screws and painful hardware.No other patient outcomes were reported as a result of this event.Additional information indicates the patient's bones were completely fused/healed.No devices were returned for evaluation.Device-specific information was not available; therefore, a review of device history records was not able to be performed.However, all non-conformances for possible kits utilized in surgery were reviewed and no non-conformances or issues during the manufacture or release of the products were identified to date that could have contributed to what was reported.Although a number of factors could have contributed to what was reported, the most likely cause of what was reported is patient non-compliance.The device was likely subjected to excessive bending stresses leading to its breakage.The company will supplement this mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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