It was reported from (b)(6) that during an unspecified surgical procedure, it was observed that the small battery drive device suddenly stopped working.It was not reported if there was a delay in the procedure due to the event.It was not reported if a 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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H10: depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.D10: additional narrative: correction: d10: the date returned to manufacturer was documented as may 25, 2018 on the initial report.It has been updated as jun 8, 2018.This device was returned for service; however, did not meet manufacturing specifications during pre-repair assessment.During repair, it was determined that the trigger of the small battery drive device was blocked, jammed, and moving heavily.Therefore, the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to wear from normal use and servicing.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted accordingly.
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