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It was reported that during an initial bunion surgery on (b)(6) 2024, the patient's second metatarsal was fractured.There were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device and no other patient outcomes were reported as a result of this event.No devices were returned for evaluation.Device-specific information was not available; therefore, a review of device history records was not able to be performed.However, all non-conformances for possible external positioners in surgery were reviewed and no non-conformances or issues during the manufacture or release of the products were identified to date that could have contributed to what was reported.Although a number of factors could have contributed to what was reported, the most likely cause cannot be determined.However, based on similar complaints, it is possible that operator technique (over tightening of the positioner) or the patient's bone quality may have contributed to what was reported.There were no deficiencies or malfunctions alleged/found with any tmc device.The company will supplement this mdr as necessary and appropriate.
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