MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII ARTICULAR INSERTER/EXTRACT; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Catalog Number 71440194

Device Problem Fracture (1260)

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

Event Date 01/24/2024

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Event Description

It was reported that, during tka surgery, while inserting the poly insert, the fellow using the gii articular inserter/extract was struggling and while leveraging it, there was a snap and the tip of the inserter/extractor broke off.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, however; it is unknown how.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: additional information: updated section b5, e1, e2, e3 and h6 (impact code).

Event Description

It was reported that, during tka surgery, while inserting the poly insert, the fellow using the gii articular inserter/extract was struggling and while leveraging it, there was a snap and the tip of the inserter/extractor broke off.The tip fell inside the wound, all broken pieces were removed via forceps.The procedure was resumed, after a non-significant delay, with a s+n back-up device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, 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.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.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 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: GII ARTICULAR INSERTER/EXTRACT
• 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: 18712842
• MDR Text Key: 335535505
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-00376
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010214393
• UDI-Public: 03596010214393
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 03/18/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 71440194
• Device Lot Number: 19GM06866
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 01/24/2024
• Initial Date FDA Received: 02/15/2024
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 02/20/2024; 03/13/2024
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 02/22/2024; 03/18/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/10/2019
• 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