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Information was received from user facility via a manufacturer representative regarding a device used for l1-l2 extreme lateral fusion, hardware removal l2-l3, t10-l4 fusion with hardware.It was reported that the scrub tech was having issues placing the solera 5.5/6.0 screw tightly onto the end of the screwdriver.The tech removed the solera pedicle screw and examined the tip of the screwdriver noticing severe wear and tear.There was no patient involvement reported.There were no further complications reported regarding the event.
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H3: product analysis of part# (b)(4), lot# k24a1286 visual and optical examination identified it appears that part of the tip of the instrument has been broken off.The metal deformation gives indication that the failure was the result of overload.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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