MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE; PASSER

Catalog Number 7209485

Device Problem Break (1069)

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

Event Date 11/03/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during an arthroscopy, the set meniscus mender ii was broken when the package was opened.The procedure was successfully completed with non-significant surgical delay using a smith and nephew back up device.No further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

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 meniscus mender set was returned with one of the suture retriever shafts fractured away from the hub.This set of devices was manufactured before the hub was reinforced to alleviated this issue.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.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.A review of the device drawings found that a certificate of conformance to material and processing specifications must be provided.Weld strength requirements are specified.The root cause was associated with device design.A design change was implemented as a result of a corrective action initiated to address the reported issue.A stress relief collar is now attached at the connection between the shaft and the hub of the suture capture loop.Futher corrective actions are not recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE
• Type of Device: PASSER
• 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: 18198490
• MDR Text Key: 328903487
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-02278
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HWQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010468482
• UDI-Public: 03596010468482
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K885311
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/06/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/23/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 7209485
• Device Lot Number: 2065518
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/05/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/16/2021
• 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: 26 YR
• Patient Sex: Female
• Patient Weight: 45 KG