Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Event or Problem Description
On 06/04/2025, it was reported by a sales representative via (b)(4) that an ar-s7110-030-330w cup forceps broke.This occurred during use in a case with no patient effect.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6.Complaint allegation is not confirmed.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 cause of the reported failure is misuse due to applying excessive force, leveraging forces while prying/leveraging, grasping and manipulating tissue during use.