| Model Number |
BIO-COMP SWVLK 3.5X 15.8MM |
| 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 |
07/17/2025
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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 07/22/2025, an arthrex subsidiary employee reported via email that an ar-2325bcc biocomposite labral swivelock anchor experienced a screw fracture.The break occurred after the thread was tapped twice to accommodate the hardness of the bone before insertion.The case was completed with a replacement ar-2325bcc biocomposite labral swivelock anchor.This was discovered during an mpfl procedure on (b)(6) 2025, with no reported patient harm.Additional information was received on 07/29/2025: the case was not delayed, and no additional anesthesia was administered.All fragments were retrieved from the patient.No adverse effects were reported on or after the surgery.
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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: d9, g3, h3, h6.-complaint allegation is not confirmed.-visual inspection of the suture anchor, biocomposite¿ swivelock®, 3.5 x 15.8 mm, vented, identified that the eyelet and screw were not returned with the device.-functional testing was not performed due to the damage to the device.No problem found with the device.
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