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This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.H11 additional narrative: investigation summary the product has not returned to j&j medtech orthopaedics, however photos were provided for review.¿ the photo investigation revealed that versalok pre packed w/oc had the titanium anchor pin and the sleeve detached from the inserter.The anchor sleeve was broken at the proximal end.No anomaly could be observed on the part of the inserter that was visible.The overall complaint was confirmed as the observed condition of the versalok pre packed w/oc would contribute to the complained device issue.¿ based on the investigation findings, the potential cause can be traced to the procedural variables, such handling of the device or product interaction during procedure; it is possible that excessive bending force was applied to the inserter.As per ifu, use instructions are provided, and it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is proposed.There is no indication that a design or manufacturing issue has caused the complaint condition.As part of j&j medtech orthopaedics quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.
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