| Catalog Number |
625164LL |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Biofilm coating in Device (1062)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/10/2024
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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 upon inspecting the roto-lok hunter bowel/ll 37cm (625164ll), a significant amount of bioburden was still stuck in the jaws.It was reported that the instrument was a consignment request and was not used in a procedure.
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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 suspected roto-lok hunter bowel/ll (625164ll) was returned for evaluation.The device history record (dhr) was reviewed and no abnormalities related to the reported issue were identified.Failure analysis - the (loaner pool) roto-lok hunter bowel/ll was received in used condition.The product was cleaned and sterilized upon return; however, debris/bioburden was visible in the provided image.Decontamination history showed the product was sterilized upon its last return.Debris/bioburden between the jaws may be the result the jaws being left closed during sterilization.Per insert card provided with loaner items: "this surgical instrument is supplied non-sterile.Please use your hospital protocol for pre- and post- surgery decontamination and sterilization." root cause - the reported complaint was confirmed.Based on the provided images, this grasper was in used condition with debris or bioburden between the jaws due to incomplete cleaning/decontamination at the loaner pool.Loaner instruments are provided non-sterile and must be decontaminated/sterilized prior to use.No manufacturing, workmanship or material deficiency has been identified.
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