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MalfunctionDWH

TERUMO STERNAL SAW

Received May 15, 2008 · Event occurred Apr 24, 2008

Report 1828100-2008-00273 · MDR key 1046464

Device

Generic name

Sternum Saw

Model number

5590

Catalog number

5590

Product problems

  • Device Inoperable

Patient

Not reported

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DURING USE IN A CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS PROCEDURE, THE STERNAL SAW WAS NOISY AND DID NOT CUT AS EXPECTED. THERE WAS NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE TO A PT AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

EVAL IN PROGRESS, BUT NOT CONCLUDED.