| Model Number |
SUTURELASSO, 25 DEGREE TIGHT CURVE LEFT |
| 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 |
10/10/2024
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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 a posterior labral stabilisation surgery the tip of the device broke off.The broken pieces were retrieved from the patient.The surgeon said that he was using too much force against the glenoid.Per complaint reporter there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device (25 degree tight curve suture lasso left).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 of the device due to applying excessive mechanical forces during use.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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