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283422 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Infusion or Flow Problem (2964)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
11/01/2025
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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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It was reported that the crvd ult agg blade 4.2mm device would get clogged and the shaver motor was straining.It was reported that the user had to use another blade device during the procedure.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.H11 additional narrative: as of this date, the device has not been returned for evaluation; therefore, the reported condition cannot be confirmed and/or duplicated.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.H11 additional narrative: d4, h4: the expiration date and device manufacture date were reported as unknown on the initial report; and have been updated accordingly.Therefore, the udi has been updated accordingly.Investigation summary: the product was returned to depuy synthes for evaluation.Visual inspection of the returned device found it in used condition.The inside of the blade did not appear to be clogged.No other anomalies were noted.A functional test was performed with the device by placing it on an fms handpiece connected to the generator.500 rpm was selected on fms vue pump and upon activation, it was observed that the device was functioning properly.The overall complaint was not confirmed as the observed condition of the crvd ult agg blade 4.2mm 5pk would have not contributed to the complained issue.¿ based on the investigation findings, the potential cause is traced to the procedural variables, such handling of the device or product interaction during procedure.It is possible that the device could become clogged by excess tissue inside the blade.As per the instructions for use (ifu): 1) adequate irrigation to the tip of the blade or burr is required to cool the blade and prevent accumulation of excised material in the surgical site.2) adequate suction is recommended to minimize clogging, reduce build-up of excised material in the joint, and reduce wear and degradation of the device.Properly handling and attention to the approved use of the device diminishes the risk of failure.It has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is proposed.There is no indication that a design or manufacturing issue has caused the reported complaint condition.As part of depuy synthes quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.H11 additional narrative: d9, h3, h6: the actual device has been returned and is currently pending evaluation.Once reliability engineering evaluates the device, a supplemental medwatch report will be sent accordingly.
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