MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII MIS DCF AP CT BLK 6; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Model Number 71441154

Device Problem Fracture (1260)

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

Event Date 11/15/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during a tka surgery, the spike on the back of the gii mis dcf ap ct blk 6 device broke off into patient and was retrieved.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, with a s+n back up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

D4: lot#, expiration date and h4: device manufacture date.Section h3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned cutting block reveals one of the spikes broke off the device.The broken piece was returned with the device.The device shows signs of significant wear and use.The reported event could be confirmed.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed similar events for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.The clinical/medical evaluation concluded that per complaint details, the spike on the back of the block broke off into patient during a tka; however, the piece was retrieved and the procedure was resumed without any delay using a s+n back up device.Reportedly, the ¿surgeon had an issue with a spike breaking off in the femur from a previous surgery¿ and the ¿reporter mentions that worn might be the cause of the spike break¿.The photo of the used block was reviewed and appears to have a missing spike; however, the photo does not provide insight into the clinical root cause of the event.Based on the limited documentation provided, no clinical factors could be concluded to have contributed to the reported event.Patient impact beyond the reported spike breakage, retrieval, and subsequent use of a backup s+n device to complete the procedure could not be determined.No further medical assessment can be rendered at this time.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 review of the instructions for use file is not applicable for this instrument.As the device broke and it cannot longer fit its purpose, the contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated.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.H8: usage of device.

• Brand Name: GII MIS DCF AP CT BLK 6
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
• 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 ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 15921679
• MDR Text Key: 304868896
• Report Number: 1020279-2022-04886
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010497222
• UDI-Public: 03596010497222
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/13/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71441154
• Device Catalogue Number: 71441154
• Device Lot Number: 18CM19132
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 11/15/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 12/05/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 01/12/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 01/13/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/23/2018
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention