| Catalog Number |
257002200 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Naturally Worn (2988); Scratched Material (3020)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
03/22/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination of the returned instrument confirmed the complaint.Depuy considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation will be re-opened as necessary.Visual analysis found nicks at the tip of the attachment end.The flat areas on the attachment end are stripped / worn.The fluted area of the reamer also exhibits nicks with missing material.The root cause is attributed to wear out.For the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event or Problem Description
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We were informed that the summit tapered reamer size 4/5 is damaged at the connecting end.There was no surgical delay.The surgery was completed without delay.There looked to be slight damage to the end of the reamer where it connects to the t-handle or reamer attachment.Lot # for the item is a0905.
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