| Catalog Number |
18064260S |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Break (1069); Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Foreign Body In Patient (2687)
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| Date of Event |
12/22/2024
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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 doctor was using the retrograde jig to put in an oblique screw, avoiding cannulated screws, the jig missed and the drill broke.The broken drill trip was left in the patient.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Once the investigation has been completed any additional information will be reported in a supplemental report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event could not be confirmed since the device was not returned for evaluation and no other evidence were provided.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.More detailed information about the complaint event as well as the affected device must be available in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.If the device is returned or if any additional information is provided, the investigation will be reassessed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the doctor was using the retrograde jig to put in an oblique screw, avoiding cannulated screws, the jig missed and the drill broke.The broken drill trip was left in the patient.
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