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MalfunctionGEI

DEPUY MITEK VAPR 90

Received Jun 25, 2020 · Event occurred Jun 18, 2020

Report MW5095239 · MDR key 10200476

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Product code (GEI)
Manufacturer (Medline Renewal)
Model (OEM 225370)

Device

Generic name

Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories

Manufacturer

Medline Renewal

Catalog number

OEM 225370

Lot number

MEDLINE RENEWAL 430234

Product problems

  • Break
  • Detachment of Device or Device Component

Patient

41 YR

  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

VERY SMALL PIECE OF "THE GRATE" ON THE TIP OF A REPROCESSED MITEK VAPR 90 BROKE OFF WHILE THE SURGEON WAS WORKING. REPROCESSING COMPANY NOTIFIED AND INSTRUMENT WAS SENT OUT FOR INSPECTION/QUALITY CONTROL CHECK. FDA SAFETY REPORT ID# (B)(4).