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It was reported that during a hamstring repair, the grasper broke inside the patient.All broken pieces were removed from the patient.Delay of 0-30 min was reported.It was not reported if a smith & nephew device was available.The procedure was successfully completed.No patient injury or other complications were reported.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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H10.H3, h6: the reported 3.4mm grasper cupped extended 2.25, used in treatment, has not been returned for evaluation.Without the reported product a visual evaluation cannot be performed and the customers complaint cannot be confirmed.From the information provided, the device broke during use.An exact root cause cannot be determined with confidence; however, factors that could have contributed to the reported event include: excessive force applied during use.The instruction for use outlines precautionary statements and instructions in regards to the use of the device to avoid damage or non-functionality.A review of the complaint records was performed.In the event additional information or the device is returned the complaint will be revisited.Further investigation is not warranted at this time.
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