MalfunctionHTW

STRAIGHT SHANK DRILL BIT, 6.4MM DIAMETER

Received Nov 19, 2024 · Event occurred Oct 22, 2024

Report 20723159 · MDR key 20723159

Device

Generic name

Bit, Drill

Manufacturer

Zimmer, Inc.

Model number

2318-64

Catalog number

00-2318-064-00

Patient

76 YR · Female

Foreign Body In Patient
Foreign Body In Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DRILL BIT BROKE OFF INTO PATIENTS LEFT FEMUR CANAL DURING SURGERY. ALL REMAINING PIECES OF DRILL BIT WERE LOCATED, REMOVED FROM THE PATIENT AND DISPOSED OF ACCORDINGLY. THE CASE PROCEEDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT.