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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII SPC {} P/S CAM MODULE SZ 6; PRSTHSIS,KNEE,PATLL,SMI-CONSTRIND, UNCMNTD, PROUS COATD, PLYMR/MTL/PLYMR
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| Model Number |
71433366 |
| 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 |
02/24/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the instrument broke during impacting.A backup device was available to complete the procedure.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation warranted for this complaint; however we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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