| Model Number |
DRILL BIT, CANNULATED, 2.0MM |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Foreign Body In Patient (2687)
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| Date of Event |
03/07/2024
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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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It was reported that during an anterior cruciate ligament surgery while the surgeon drilled over a wire, tissue got into the cannulation and couldn't get the wire out.There was no harm for patient, operator or third party reported.The surgery was finished successfully.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
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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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: g3, h3, h6.Based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to misuse/mishandling due to damage to the device.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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