| Catalog Number |
72201994 |
| 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 |
06/12/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the osteoraptor 2.9w anchor broke while being implanted.The procedure was completed with a smith and nephew back up device and it is unknown if there was a surgical delay.No further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: internal complaint reference (b)(4).H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual inspection revealed that the returned device was not in its original packaging.The suture string and the proximal 1/4 of the anchor were returned off the insertion device.There is biological debris on the returned items.An assessment of material characteristics found that based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, additional material testing is not required.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 no 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 that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.The root cause has been associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include the application of improper/excessive force.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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