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MalfunctionMDM

SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE

Received Feb 23, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 5, 2026

Report 1220246-2026-00866 · MDR key 24415550

Device

Generic name

Manual Instr, General Surgical

Manufacturer

Arthrex, Inc.

Catalog number

AR-13995N

Lot number

15392935

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

INVESTIGATION IS IN PROCESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Description of Event or Problem

ON 05-FEB-2026, A SALES REPRESENTATIVE REPORTED VIA (B)(4) THAT THE AR-13995N SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE BROKE. THIS ISSUE WAS DISCOVERED DURING A CASE WITH NO PATIENT HARM.