The associated complaint device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection found the peg/connector is broken off, but the broken piece was not returned with the device.The device exhibits signs of wear/usage.The manufacturing records did not reveal any manufacturing or material abnormalities that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.The device was manufactured in 2013.A review of complaint history revealed no prior complaints for the listed lot or failure mode.The clinical/medical team concluded, no injury or impact to patient is being reported.Additionally, the device was not returned for evaluation.No further clinical assessment is warranted at this time.We recommend that all re-usable instruments be routinely inspected for wear/damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This investigation could not verify or identify any evidence of product contribution to the reported problem.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.
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