V-Loc 180

Description of Event or Problem

According to the reporter, intra-operatively of a procedure for a femoral neck fracture, the terminal loop of the suture broke when the first stitch was placed. Another suture was used to complete the case. The surgical time was delayed for a minute as a result. There was no patient injury.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

Medtronic submits this report to comply with FDA regulations 21 CFR Parts 4 and 803. Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report. This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by FDA, Medtronic, or its employees that the device, Medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report. Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable. Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.