| Model Number |
7049855 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Deformation (2976)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/24/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3: product analysis # (b)(4):part # 7049855 ;lot # 0657720w visual and macroscopic inspection confirmed the threads of the break off screw have been damaged.The thread crest and flank damage appear to have initiated at the start of the thread and is consistent around the damaged portion of the thread.The break off portion of the screw was returned but not attached.This type of damage is consistent with misalignment of the bone screw and set screw threads during construct assembly.G2: country of origin china h11: this regulatory report is being submitted due to retrospective review through capa 624392.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
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Event or Problem Description
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Information was received from health care professional via manufacturer representative regarding a patient undergoing decompression and internal fixation for lumbar tumor.It was reported that screw broke.No patient symptoms or complications associated with this event.Additional information received from the rep that self-breaking set screw was damaged and slipped.Product came in contact with patient.
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