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(b)(4).Date sent: 6/22/2024.D4: batch #623c02.Investigation summary: the product was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection was conducted on the returned reload.Visual analysis of the returned sample determined that the sr55 reload was received along with its opened packaging, with the right gripping surface damaged making the reload nonfunctional.It had the proximal 1 driver up and the remaining drivers down with staples present and a swing tab in the locked position.No functional testing was performed due to the condition of the reload.The event reported was confirmed and it is related to improper use of the reload.The condition on the returned reload is consistent with an improper loading technique.When loading the cartridge in the device, make sure the cartridge is inside the channel track and proper loading.It should be noted that the reload is designed to lockout, as a safety feature, if any staples have been fired from the cartridge reload.In addition, failure to complete the stroke may result in an incomplete staple line.Please reference the instruction for use for more information.As part of ethicon endo surgery¿s quality process all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device batch number 623c02, and no non-conformances were identified.The lot#689c15 history records were reviewed and certified by external manufacturing that the manufacturing criteria were met prior to the release of the equipment.The certificate records are accessible through external manufacturing.
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