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51-405-42-09 |
| 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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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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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 that the distractor broke during the consolidation phase.Will remain implanted until the consolidation phase is complete.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An investigation was performed on the basis of complaint statistics as no device was returned for evaluation.The complaint percentage was calculated, and it is determined that the complaint percentage falls within the design risk limits adhered to at klm.During the investigation the product lot number identified was reviewed in the device history records.The dhr review showed no discrepancies or anomalies.The failure root cause cannot be determined due to no device being returned.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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product was received therefore an updated investigation was performed.An investigation was performed using a stereo microscope revealed tensile cracks.Further observation determined there were no indications of material or manufacturing defects.The complaint percentage was calculated, and it is determined that the complaint percentage falls within the design risk limits adhered to at klm.During the investigation the product lot number identified was reviewed in the device history records.The dhr review showed no discrepancies or anomalies.The investigation results conclude that the root cause for breakages were due to structural failure of the device due to excessive turning.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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