| Model Number |
2545-00-729 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Crack (1135)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
02/20/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint # (b)(4).Investigation summary: examination of the returned device confirmed the reported damage.The investigation attributed the root cause to unintended user error and the need for corrective action was not indicated.Depuy synthes considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation may be re-opened as necessary.Examination of the returned device confirms the reported damage.Damage to the lateral aspect of the trial was found which is consistent with saw blades coming in contact with the device.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during inspection of sets that the instruments were found cracked and one had a cut in it.No further information.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product complaint (b)(4).Investigation summary :examination of the returned device confirmed the reported damage.The investigation attributed the root cause to unintended user error and the need for corrective action was not indicated.Depuy synthes considers the investigation closed at this time.Should additional information be received, the information will be reviewed and the investigation may be re-opened as necessary.Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.
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