inforMED
MalfunctionHTT

4.0MM BARREL BUR 6-FLUTE

Received Jun 1, 2009 · Event occurred May 22, 2009

Report MW5011279 · MDR key 1398182

Device

Generic name

Shaver

Manufacturer

Stryker

Lot number

09079CE2

Product problems

  • Bent
  • Metal Shedding Debris

Patient

48 YR

  • Unknown (for use when the patient's condition is not known)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DURING SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY, THE OUTER SHEATH OF A STRYKER ARTHROSCOPY BURR CURLED OR BENT IN, PRODUCING METAL SHAVINGS THAT WERE EVIDENT ON THE MONITOR. DIAGNOSIS OR REASON FOR USE: SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY.