| Model Number |
72201778 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Separation (1562)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
02/03/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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International zip code: (b)(6).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during surgery, the screw cracked on the side after inserting the graft.No significant delay or patient injuries were reported.It is unknown how the procedure was completed.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: the reported 8x30mm biosure ha screw intended for use in treatment, was not 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 screw broke during insertion.Without the screw and pertinent clinical details regarding graft type, tunnel size and patient bone quality an exact root cause cannot be determined with confidence; however, factors that could have contributed to the reported event include: not using a tap in hard bone applications.Not preparing the tibial and femoral tunnels in accordance with the accepted surgical technique.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 manufacturing and complaint records was performed for the reported lot, there were no indications that would suggest that the device did not meet product specifications upon release into distribution.
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