| Model Number |
48230055 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Fracture (1260); Material Integrity Problem (2978)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
07/17/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It is reported that modular tap broke during screwing in into the vertebral body.Replacement was available.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Manufacturing records were reviewed for the corresponding lot and no relevant issues were identified.The visual inspection of the device showed that the tap was returned in 2 pieces.The device has been in the field for around 7 years.The root cause of the event was determined to be fatigue fracture due to normal wear of the device from multiple use.
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Event or Problem Description
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It is reported that modular tap broke during screwing in into the vertebral body.Replacement was available.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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