| Model Number |
ANGLED REAMER SLEEVE, 20° |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Mechanical Jam (2983); Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/21/2024
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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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On (b)(6) 2024, it was reported by an arthrex employee via (b)(4) that an ar-9597-20 angled reamer sleeve and an ar-9676 angled reamer did not ream smoothly together while reaming the glenoid.This occurred during a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty the surgeon's wrist would twist aggressively during the case while using the power.The case carried on and was completed successfully with backup parts.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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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 prying/leveraging the device during use.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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