| Model Number |
375-544-000 |
| 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 |
12/26/2019
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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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The device was returned to stryker sustainability solutions for evaluation.Visual inspection revealed the inner shaft tip was completely detached from the shaft and returned with the device.A review of the dhr for the reported lot number supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.Therefore, the most likely root causes are the user applied too much force to the device or the arthroscopic shaver may have come into contact with staples, clips, or another metal object, resulting in damage to the blade.The instructions for use (ifu) state: before beginning the procedure, verify compatibility of all instruments and accessories.Plug in and set up the generator according to the instructions in the manufacturers¿ manual.Select an arthroscopic shaver with size, blade, and function most appropriate for the procedure.Inspect the instrument for overall condition and physical integrity.Do not use the instrument if any damage is noted.Return the instrument and packaging to stryker sustainability solutions if it is not in acceptable condition for surgery.Follow a suitable surgery protocol.Careful handling of the instrument is necessary to avoid damage or breakage as a result of excessive force.Do not apply excessive pressure or ¿side-load¿ the blade during use.Side-loading does not improve the performance of the instrument, can dull the blade, and/or produce metal particulates.Do not allow the arthroscopic shaver to come into contact with staples, clips or any metal object to avoid damage to the blade and possible patient injury.The tip of the bur or cutter must be irrigated periodically (general recommendation: once a minute) to cool the blade and prevent excised tissues from accumulating.Do not run the instrument without appropriate suction for the duration of the process.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post-market surveillance.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the shaver blade broke apart inside the patient.They had to convert to open to retrieve the piece.Surgery time was increased for retrieval of the broken piece, however a higher level of sedation was not required.There was no harm to the patient.These are commonly used devices that are readily available.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the shaver blade broke apart inside the patient.They had to convert to open to retrieve the piece.Surgery time was increased for retrieval of the broken piece, however a higher level of sedation was not required.There was no harm to the patient.These are commonly used devices that are readily available.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On 11/18/2020, stryker sustainability solutions became aware that mdr section b2.(outcomes attributed to ae) was not completed for this mdr.This supplemental mdr serves to provide this information.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post market surveillance.
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