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MalfunctionHTT

5.5MM 12 FLUTE BARREL BUR- HOLLOW, FORMULA (5BX)

Received Sep 8, 2010 · Event occurred Aug 25, 2010

Report 2648666-2010-00388 · MDR key 1841242

Device

Generic name

Bur

Catalog number

0375951012

Lot number

10176CE2

Product problems

  • Flaked
  • Metal Shedding Debris

Patient

UNK

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING AN ARTHROSCOPIC PROCEDURE ON THE SHOULDER, METAL FLAKES WERE COMING OFF THE UNIT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THERE WAS NO INJURY TO THE PATIENT AND A DELAY OF 5-10 MINUTES OCCURRED.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED ONCE THE INVESTIGATION IS COMPLETED.