| Model Number |
01-469-11-07 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
05/22/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Reference exemption number e2017029.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the twist drill broke while being used without a drill guide.All pieces were removed.Ifu (b)(4) states "for twist drills with an overall length of greater than 50mm, an appropriate burr guard or drill guide should be used at all times.".
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The stereo microscope investigation revealed tensile cracks.Further observation determined there were no indications of material or manufacturing defects.The review of the product device history records was performed on the lot number identified.In this investigation no anomalies were discovered.The investigation results conclude that the root cause for breakages were due to structural failure of the device due to mechanical overload.If further information is obtained that might add value to the contents of the investigation report, an additional follow-up report will be submitted.
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