MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. PATELLA RESECTION GUIDE; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Catalog Number 71440391

Device Problem Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)

Patient Problem Foreign Body In Patient (2687)

Event Date 02/29/2024

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Event Description

It was reported that, after a tka procedure, a patella resection guide was found to have a missing screw.It was later informed that that missing screw or at least part of it was found left in the patient joint, as it was clearly visible on x-rays.At the moment there are discussions between surgical team members to establish if the screw needs to be removed.

Event Description

It was reported that, after a tka procedure, a patella resection guide was found to have a missing screw, the back as well.It was later informed that that missing screw or at least part of it was found left in the patient joint, as it was clearly visible on x-rays, the back of the screw was not found.Discussed follow up patient care with surgeon on three separate occasions.He is not intending to remove the screw, as patient is not experiencing any discomfort.

Manufacturer Narrative

Results of investigation: the device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.However, the photographs were reviewed and revealed that the upper and lower 8-32 button-head cap screws and a threaded sleeve are missing on one of the holes that connects the locator arm with the jaw.A review of instructions for use for care, maintenance, cleaning and sterilization of smith & nephew orthopedics devices revealed that visually inspecting for damage or wear, including components in their disassembled state prior to re-assembly as well as ensuring components are re-assembled securely is indicated.The clinical/medical investigation revealed that, per complaint details, the consigned instrument was noted to have a missing screw following the procedure and x-ray imaging confirmed ¿the missing screw or at least part of it¿is clearly visible¿ in the patient¿s joint.It was communicated that there are other pieces missing/¿not found, assumed missing and disposed of.Not found in patient¿, and only the screw was reportedly found in an x-ray.The drawing print notes other pieces that would be missing if that screw was not in place.Reportedly, there are discussions between surgical team members to establish if the screw/foreign body needs to be removed, and per correspondence, the surgeon is not intending to remove the screw, as patient is not experiencing any discomfort.The material composition of the retained screw is manufactured and intended as an externally communicating device; therefore, no data for long-term tissue exposure is available.Human error and/or a procedural variance is most likely the contributing factor the retained foreign body as the instructions for use notes to visually inspect instruments pre and post procedure for wear/damage/missing components.The patient impact includes the retained non-implantable foreign body which is reportedly in the knee joint and also seen on the x-ray imaging.Based on the information provided, migration, corrosion, and/or local pain/discomfort, as well as the possibility of additional intervention(s), cannot be ruled out.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 based on the historical data revealed a similar event for the listed 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.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.Corrected data: b2 (outcomes attributed to ae - foreign body has not been removed), b5 (narrative).

• Brand Name: PATELLA RESECTION GUIDE
• 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: 19057137
• MDR Text Key: 339551132
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-00692
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010453945
• UDI-Public: 03596010453945
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: UK
• 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: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 04/07/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/07/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 71440391
• Device Lot Number: 20ESP0008
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/13/2024
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/11/2020
• 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 Outcome(s): Other; Required Intervention