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MalfunctionHTW

NA

Received Jan 8, 2024 · Event occurred Dec 1, 2023

Report 18464270 · MDR key 18464270

Device

Generic name

Bit, Drill

Manufacturer

Zimmer, Inc.

Model number

2360-175-20

Catalog number

00-2360-175-20

Patient

27375 DA · Female

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

FROM STAFF: WHILE USING DRILL BIT FOR SURGERY, SAID BIT BROKE INTO TWO PIECES WHILE IN USE IN PATIENT. BROKEN PIECE WAS ABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM PATIENT. BOTH PIECES WERE OBTAINED AND SAVED.