It was reported that a synovectomy and a thermal shrinkage on the left thumb was performed by using a shaver to treat mcpj volar plate instability.The patient had its thumb hyperextensibility resolved; however, it was complicated with infection over the a1 pulley release wound, which required debridement under local anesthetics.Patient outcome is unknown.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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The reported device, used in treatment, was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.No product identification information was provided and thus a manufacturing record review, complaint history review, risk management review, and a device labeling/instructions for use review could not be conducted.Without supporting clinical/medical documents, a thorough clinical/medical investigation cannot be performed.No further clinical assessment is warranted at this time.A relationship, if any, between the subject device and the reported event could not be determined.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this evaluation will be reopened for investigation.
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