DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS LLC BATTERY REAMER/DRILL FOR BPL II; MOTOR, SURGICAL INSTRUMENT, AC-POWERED
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Model Number 530.705 |
Device Problems
Device Inoperable (1663); Device Operates Differently Than Expected (2913)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 02/16/2018 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.(b)(6).As of this date, the device has not been returned for evaluation; therefore, the reported condition cannot be confirmed and/or duplicated.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event Description
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It was reported from (b)(6) that during an unspecified surgical procedure, it was observed that the battery reamer/drill device stopped working.It was not reported if there was a delay in the procedure due to the event.It was reported that an unspecified spare device was available for use.There was patient involvement reported.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.Additional narrative: the device was returned for service; however, did not meet manufacturing specifications during pre-repair assessment.The device was evaluated and it was determined that the control unit of the battery reamer/drill device was not functioning and was defective.It was further determined that the device failed pretest for functional test.Therefore, the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to premature wear.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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