| Model Number |
HEADED REAMER 9MM, CANNULATED |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Dull, Blunt (2407)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Insufficient Information (4580)
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| Date of Event |
05/29/2025
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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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On 3rd june 2025, it was reported by an arthrex employee via email that an ar-1409, cannulated headed reamer, 9 mm, was blunt.This was detected during use in an acl procedure on (b)(6) 2025.The procedure was completed successfully as they opened a single use sharp reamer.
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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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: g3, h3, h6.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 reason for the reported failure is the wear and tear damage incurred over repeated usage.
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