MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII PS HI FLEX ISRT TR S1-2 9; TRAY, SURGICAL, INSTRUMENT

Model Number 71430401

Device Problems Break (1069); Flaked (1246); Mechanical Problem (1384)

Patient Problem No Patient Involvement (2645)

Event Date 08/20/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that in the sterilization process department was noted a small piece of plastic spacer insert chipped off.As a result, the locking mechanism of the trial insert has been damaged and can no longer be used.There are not any patient involved in the case.The procedure performed before the sterilization process was completed without delay and with a backup from smith nephew.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.

Manufacturer Narrative

Updated lot number and exp date and udi and mnf date.

Event Description

It was reported that in the sterilization process department was noted a small piece of plastic spacer insert chipped off.As a result, the locking mechanism of the trial insert has been damaged and can no longer be used.There aren´t any patient involved in the case.The procedure performed before the sterilization process was completed without delay and with a backup from smith nephew.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device was found to be chipped and causing the locking mechanism to seized.The device shows signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.A contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated as the device shows signs of damage/wear.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: GII PS HI FLEX ISRT TR S1-2 9
• Type of Device: TRAY, SURGICAL, INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis, TN 38116 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 10538197
• MDR Text Key: 207108940
• Report Number: 1020279-2020-04586
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: FSM
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010493019
• UDI-Public: 03596010493019
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 04/07/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71430401
• Device Catalogue Number: 71430401
• Device Lot Number: 08DM08192
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/20/2020
• Initial Date FDA Received: 09/15/2020
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 08/20/2020; 04/06/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 12/08/2020; 04/07/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/09/2008
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1