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MalfunctionHXK

NEEDLE HOLDER

Received May 1, 2025 · Event occurred Apr 1, 2025

Report MW5169781 · MDR key 21945487

Device

Generic name

Holder, Needle; Orthopedic

Manufacturer

Unknown

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

77 YR · Male

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

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

WHILE PERFORMING A TOTAL HIP, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE INSERT ON THE NEEDLE HOLDER HAD BROKEN. THE PIECE WAS LOCATED AND PASSED OFF THE FIELD.