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The device was returned to stryker sustainability solutions for evaluation.Upon visual inspection, the device showed signs of clinical use.Debris was present on the blades of the device.The device was inspected under magnification which revealed wear on the blades.Functional inspection revealed the blades were dull and failed to provide a clean cut.A review of the dhr supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.Therefore, the most likely root cause(s) are: - user attempts to cut staples, clips, or non-soft tissue - wear to blades due to clinical use the instructions for use (ifu) state: - do not directly apply current to staples or clips.- instruments were designed for cutting soft tissue.Attempting to cut staples or clips may damage the instrument.- if cutting of staples or clips is attempted, damage to instrument may occur.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post-market surveillance.
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