MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. 4.0MM DIA NAIL 4.0MMX35CM; NAIL, FIXATION, BONE

Catalog Number 224035

Device Problem Fracture (1260)

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

Event Date 10/26/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during the acl surgery, in a 4.0mm dia nail 4.0mmx35cm, the clamp broke while suturing the cuff.The procedure was resumed, after a non-significant delay, with a s+n back-up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.As the part and batch number information provided did not match into the system, a device history record review could not be performed.A review of complaint history did not reveal similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months.The part and batch number information provided did not match into the system, however the review was performed and did not reveal similar events for the batch.This failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.According with the inspection procedure, it includes the verification of part configuration to print.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.Factors that could contribute to the reported event include size selected, surgical technique and/or excessive forces.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: 4.0MM DIA NAIL 4.0MMX35CM
• Type of Device: NAIL, FIXATION, BONE
• 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: 18141207
• MDR Text Key: 328181632
• Report Number: 1020279-2023-02239
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010105059
• UDI-Public: 03596010105059
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: BR
• PMA/PMN Number: K983942
• 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
• Report Date: 12/14/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/15/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 224035
• Device Lot Number: 16144
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/13/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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
• Patient Age: 45 YR
• Patient Sex: Male