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MalfunctionMDM

SUREFIRE SCORPION NEEDLE

Received Apr 27, 2026 · Event occurred Mar 31, 2026

Report 1220246-2026-02474 · MDR key 25000335

Device

Generic name

Manual Instr, General Surgical

Manufacturer

Arthrex, Inc.

Catalog number

AR-13991N-1

Lot number

15531633

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A SURGERY, THE NEEDLE BROKE OFF. THERE WAS NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY REPORTED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS RECEIVED.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

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