| Catalog Number |
72203380 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/17/2024
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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 a procedure, the healicoil was inserted and the anchor tip broke off in immediate use.The device was removed from the patient.The procedure was completed using a smith and nephew back up device.It is unknown if there was a surgical delay and no further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the material specifications found a material certificate of analysis is required.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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