SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. UNKNOWN MEMPHIS RECON KNEE INSTR; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, NON-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Catalog Number UNKNOWN |
Device Problem
Fracture (1260)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 05/15/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that, during a tka procedure, a speed pin broke inside a speed pin qk connect adapter.The broken piece was recovered using a wire driver.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Complaint reference number: (b)(4).
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned speed pin connect adapter reveals a pin broke off inside of the device.The device shows signs of extensive wear and use.Device batch number and complaint history review was not provided, thus, an evaluation of these records could not be performed.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.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to 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.
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