| Model Number |
6550014 |
| 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 |
03/11/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3: product analysis:(b)(6), lot # rs18j030 visual and functional inspection the inner shaft does not move when the locking lever is moved.The "c" clip that connects the adjusting mechanism to the shaft appears to have come out.It is possible to overload the clip if making tension adjustments while the rod is in place.It appears that the clip may have been overloaded.Section e: facility and initial reporter details are unknown medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
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Event or Problem Description
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Information was received from a manufacturer representative regarding a multiple instruments.It was reported that the rod gripper, was unable to hold the rod due to a broken internal tension mechanism.Additionally, the inserter was missing an internal engagement sleeve.The reducers failed to hold onto the screw because the four prongs that engage the screw appeared to be worn down.Furthermore, the tip of the screwdriver was broken at the interface with the screw.There was no patient involved.
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