| Model Number |
18912026 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Fragmentation (1261)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
07/17/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The breakage of the quick-connect rod was caused by an incorrect assembly of the screwdriver before use.When the screwdriver shaft is not properly engaged in the quick-connect rod, this causes the breakage of the strips by interfering with the window of the screwdriver tube.
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Event or Problem Description
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The surgeon initially implanted a 7.5mm diameter polyaxial screw and was unable to release the locking mechanism of the screwdriver.As a consequence, the surgeon removed the polyaxial screw initially implanted.He used another screwdriver readily available in the set and replaced the 7.5mm diameter polyaxial screw with a 8.5mm diameter polyaxial screw.No patient harm was reported and the surgery was completed with no further complications.
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