| Catalog Number |
214227070 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
11/17/2024
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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 the tip of the drill bit was broken during a procedure.The surgery was carried out using another drill bit.All pieces were retrieved.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2: jordan.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information is available at the time of this report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were corrected: h4 the following sections wereupdated: b4, b5, g3, g6, h2, h3, h6, h11.H6: mechanical (g04) - drill.Visual examination of the provided pictures identified the tip of the drill bit fractured.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.The reported event is confirmed as a picture was provided.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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