V. Mueller AU5600Recalls & reported problems
Steris Corporation · V. Mueller FREIMUTH EAR CURETTE SMALL LOOP, 2.3 X 4.5MM SERRATED LOOP OVERALL LENGTH 6-1/4 inches 16CM · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 1
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 1 adverse event report that list this exact device (DI 10885403008412), received between May 23, 2024 and May 23, 2024 — classified as 1 malfunction.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Break” (1 report).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Break1
- Insufficient Device Problem Information1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
Recent adverse event reports
The 1 most recent of 1 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionMay 23, 2024Break; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Break; Insufficient Device Problem Information
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA USER FACILITY MEDWATCH REPORT NUMBER (B)(4) THAT DURING AN OPERATIVE PROCEDURE, THE CURETTE BROKE DURING USE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19381354 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.