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It was reported that during a knee surgery the screw broke into two parts during implantation.The broken part was retrieved from the patient.Per complaint reporter, there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device with the same part number.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
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Additional information: g3, h3, h6 the complaint device was not received for evaluation.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 the most likely cause.The most likely cause of the reported failure is user error, including improper bone preparation and incorrect surgical technique during device application.These factors may have contributed to the malfunction or compromised the integrity of the implant during the procedure.The complaint allegation could not be confirmed, as the device was not received for evaluation, and no evidence of the reported failure was provided.
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