MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. OSTEORAPTOR 2.9 W/ 2 UB WHITE / BLUE; STAPLE, FIXATION, BONE

Model Number 72201995

Device Problem Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 06/17/2021

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference case-(b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that during an arthroscopy, an osteoraptor anchor came out of the insertion site.Another osteoraptor was used but the same malfunction happened.The procedure was completed with a 3rd backup anchor with no significant delay.No other complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).H10, h3, h6: part of the reported device, used in treatment, was received for evaluation.There was no way to determine if the device contributed to the reported event.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The anchor was not returned with the device.The distal end of the inserter is deformed and has debris.The white suture has a knot tied in it and has debris.A functional evaluation could not be performed due to the condition in which the device was received.The complaint was not verified, and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

Event Description

It was reported that during an arthroscopy, an osteoraptor anchor came out of the insertion site.The procedure was completed with a backup anchor with no significant delay.No other complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: part of the reported device, used in treatment, was received for evaluation.There was no way to determine if the device contributed to the reported event.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The anchor was not returned with the device.The distal end of the inserter is deformed and has debris.The white suture has a knot tied in it and has debris.A functional evaluation could not be performed due to the condition in which the device was received.A thorough clinical assessment cannot be performed at this time.Should any additional clinical information be provided this complaint will be re-evaluated.The complaint was not verified, and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: OSTEORAPTOR 2.9 W/ 2 UB WHITE / BLUE
• Type of Device: STAPLE, FIXATION, BONE
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 12130583
• MDR Text Key: 260430132
• Report Number: 1219602-2021-01518
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDR
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010615565
• UDI-Public: 03596010615565
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CO
• PMA/PMN Number: K151105
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 01/13/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 07/07/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 72201995
• Device Catalogue Number: 72201995
• Device Lot Number: 2058812
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 01/11/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/23/2020
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention; Other
• Patient Sex: Male