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| Model Number |
PEEK SWIVELOCK C,4.75X19.1MM |
| 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 |
12/04/2025
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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 6th dec 2025, it was reported by an arthrex's employee via an email that for 1 unit of ar-2324pslc, suture anchor, peek-swivelock® c, 4.75 x 19.1 mm, vented, part of the screw came off.This was detected during an acl secondary fixation (ib) on 4th dec 2025.The procedure was completed successfully by removing the screw remnant and the secondary fixation was stable.There was no patient harm.
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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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Complaint allegation is confirmed by the attached picture, which shows the bio-screw broken off.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 a most likely cause.Per dfu-0087-eo - g.Precautions - 3.Make sure to use the recommended drill bit or punch to create the bone socket.4.Pushlock and swivelock suture anchors only: during anchor insertion, ensure that the angle of anchor insertion is coaxial to that of the previously prepared bone socket.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to user error of the device due to improper bone preparation, misalignment insertion, and/or prying/leveraging of the device during insertion.
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