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During a shoulder surgery performed on (b)(6) 2026, while reaming for a 19-degree augment, the smr shaft angled glen reamer (product code 9013.75.355, lot no.21bh06q) engaged with a retractor, resulting in fracture of the distal tip of the reamer shaft.The detached part fell into patient and then removed.As this was a regional case, a drop set was available on site.The instrument was replaced, and the procedure was completed without further complications.The surgery was delayed by less than 15 minutes.The patient is a 63-year-old male.Event happened in australia.
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