inforMED
InjuryHBS

2.8MM TAP DRILL

Received Dec 15, 2015

Report 3025141-2015-00214 · MDR key 5300516

Device

Generic name

Instrument, Clip Forming/cutting

Manufacturer

Acumed Llc

Model number

HR-D105

Catalog number

HR-D105

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

Not reported

  • Device Embedded In Tissue or Plaque

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DURING DRILLING, THE POLARUS TAP DRILL BROKE OFF IN THE BONE. THE TIP OF THE DRILL REMAINS IN THE PATIENT'S BONE.