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MalfunctionLRW

V. MUELLER

Received Mar 25, 2026 · Event occurred Jan 21, 2026

Report 3006554912-2026-00003 · MDR key 24688748

Device

Generic name

Mayo Dissect Scissors

Model number

SA1811

Catalog number

SA1811

Lot number

(10)E21XQS

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE SCISSORS SUBJECT OF THE REPORTED EVENT ARE BEING RETURNED TO STERIS FOR EVALUATION. INVESTIGATION OF THE REPORTED EVENT IS IN PROGRESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE SUBMITTED ONCE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BECOMES AVAILABLE.

Description of Event or Problem

THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH REPORT # MW5183262 THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THEIR MAYO DISSECT SCISSORS BROKE. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO REPORT OF INJURY OF PROCEDURE DELAY.