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MalfunctionFZX

ZIMMER PIN DRILL GUIDE

Received Apr 22, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 26, 2026

Report 24953016 · MDR key 24953016

Device

Generic name

Guide, Surgical, Instrument

Manufacturer

Zimmer Inc

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • Foreign Body In Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

ZIMMER PIN WAS BEING USED TO GUIDE THE REMMER/DRILL AND THE PIN BROKE WHILE INSIDE THE PATIENT. THE BROKEN PIN WAS EXTRACTED AND ALL PARTS WERE ACCOUNTED FOR AND NO INJURY OCCURRED.