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0279401200 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Fragmentation (1261)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Insufficient Information (4580)
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| Date of Event |
09/04/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information will be provided once the investigation has been completed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the sefras electrode broke in the patient's shoulder during a scheduled arthroscopic procedure.The various broken pieces were removed from the patient after performing surgery.The patient did not experience any complications.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Three attempts have been made to retrieve the device for evaluation, and it is yet to be received in-house.This complaint investigation was closed based on the device not received, therefore the reported failure mode was not confirmed.In the event that the device is received, the complaint will be reopened and the investigation will be updated with new results.Alleged failure: material fragmentation probable root cause: non-conforming component, poor assembly process, misuse.Use errors.Probe used as a tool for mechanical displacement of tissue or bone, or to pry or scrub excessive force used when inserting of removing probe, probe inserted into obstructed passageway, or any forceful impact to the tip of the probe with rigid objects.Excessive use of device beyond stated lifetime.The reported failure mode will be monitored for future reoccurrence.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the sefras electrode broke in the patient's shoulder during a scheduled arthroscopic procedure.The various broken pieces were removed from the patient after performing surgery.The patient did not experience any complications.
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