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MalfunctionFAS

ELECTRODE, BIPOLAR

Received May 13, 2026 · Event occurred Apr 27, 2026

Report 9610617-2026-01099 · MDR key 25163702

Device

Generic name

Electrode, Bipolar

Model number

011050-10

Catalog number

011050-10

Lot number

859194

Product problems

  • Material Fragmentation

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE AFFECTED DEVICE HAS BEEN REQUESTED FOR INVESTIGATION BY THE MANUFACTURER. THE DEVICE WAS NOT YET RETURNED FOR INVESTIGATION. THE EVENT IS FILED UNDER INTERNAL KARL STORZ COMPLAINT ID: (B)(4).

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE TIP OF THE RESECTION LOOP BROKE INSIDE THE PATIENT. THE FRAGMENT WAS REMOVED SUCCESSFULLY.