| Model Number |
Ø8 X 30MM PEEK IF SCRW NON-VENTED |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Positioning Failure (1158)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Foreign Body In Patient (2687)
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| Date of Event |
07/31/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an acl repair surgery the screw was slightly tilted so that the surgeon couldn't get a good grip with the screwdriver.There was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with the same device.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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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 user error due to misaligned insertion and/or improper bone preparation.
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