| Model Number |
SHAVER HP, SYNERGY, HANDCONTROL |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Positioning Failure (1158)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/04/2024
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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 knee joint arthroscopy the device was difficult to lock and did not give the same performance during surgery.According to the surgeon no harm for patient, operator or third party occurred.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device with the same part number.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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Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The complaint is not confirmed as the device was not received for evaluation, and no pictures of the failure were received.Based on the information provided, which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event descriptions, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude the most likely cause.The most likely reason for the reported failure is the wear and tear damage incurred over repeated usage.The device¿s manufacturing date is 2019.
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