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It was reported that during setup and registration of the robotic assisted saw interface device (sasi) right device for a total knee arthroplasty (tka) surgical procedure it was reported that the sasi was loose and received an error on the robotic assisted base station device: unable to connect to the robotic assisted saw handpiece device.It was further observed that the sasi wash caps were worn and did not properly fit on the sasi while washing.It was reported that a different sasi was used to resolve the connection issue.It was not reported if the robot was mounted to the surgical bed.It was reported that there was a 10-minute delay in the procedure due to the event.There was no patient involvement.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention, or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.
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This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy synthes, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, depuy synthes, 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 report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.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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