MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RETROGRADE DRL 8MM; BIT, SURGICAL

Model Number 72204042

Device Problem Break (1069)

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

Event Date 06/15/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during an unknown procedure, the doctor went to use the retrograde drill, before he activated the drill to make the tunnel of the femur, it broke and the piece was removed from the patient.The procedure was successfully completed with no surgical delay using a back-up device.No further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference (b)(4).H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.Insufficient product identification information was provided and thus a manufacturing record review could not be conducted.Based on the information available, there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.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.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.H11: corrected information in d8.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported device was received for evaluation.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The device was returned with the entire antegrade drill with the retrograde drill inside is fractured off the shaft.The actuator wire is fractured with the end protruding from the shaft twisted and bent.The proximal end of the actuator wire is jammed under the bar on the grey slider.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.The root cause has been associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include an application of excessive force to the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, or an impact event inconsistent with normal use.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: RETROGRADE DRL 8MM
• Type of Device: BIT, SURGICAL
• 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: 17307849
• MDR Text Key: 319129820
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-01136
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GFG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: BR
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 02/25/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 07/12/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 72204042
• Device Catalogue Number: 72204042
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/21/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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 Age: 37 YR
• Patient Sex: Male