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Device Problem
Device Expiration Issue (1216)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 10/31/2016 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product identification necessary to review manufacturing history was not provided.Current information is insufficient to permit a conclusion as to the cause of the event.
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Event Description
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During a trauma nailing procedure, while looking at the packaging, it was discovered that the lag screw was expired.A second lag screw was obtained, but the packaging showed this was also expired.The surgeon elected to use the second lag screw to complete the procedure.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being filed to relay additional information, which was unknown at the time of the initial medwatch.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Upon reassessment of the reported event, it was determined to be not reportable.The initial report was forwarded in error and should be voided. .
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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