| Model Number |
LNT IMPLANT SYSTEM, 4.75 BC SWIVELOCK |
| 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 |
05/09/2025
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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 05/09/2025, a sales representative reported via (b)(4) that an ar-1665bcsl 4.75 bc loop 'n' tack¿ tenodesis implant systems tip broke off.This occurred during a case with no patient harm.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6.The complaint allegation was confirmed.One unpackaged ar-1665bcsl batch 15353002 was received for evaluation.Visual inspection noted that the received device's nitinol wire tip was broken off.Functional test pressing the button found no resistance.The most likely cause of the reported failure is user error, which may include excessive force, misalignment of the device during insertion, and/or contact with other instruments during use.
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