InjuryDWH
SYSTEM 200 STERNUM SAW
Received May 4, 1999 · Event occurred Dec 9, 1998
Report 222291 · MDR key 222291
Device
Generic name
Instrument, Surgical, Orthoped
Manufacturer
Stryker InstrumentsModel number
2107-000-000Catalog number
NA
Lot number
NA
Product problems
- Fluid/Blood Leak
- Leak/Splash
Patient
51 YR
- Aortic Insufficiency
- Exposure to Body Fluids
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
WHEN SURGEON STARTED TO SPLIT THE STERNUM, THE SAW SPRAYED OIL FROM AROUND ITS FRONT RING, CONTAMINATING THE INCISION SITE.