MAUDE Adverse Event Report: MEDTRONIC SOFAMOR DANEK USA, INC INFUSE BONE GRAFT; FILLER, RECOMBINANT HUMAN BONE MORPHOGENETIC PROTEIN, COLLAGEN SCAFFOLD WITH MET

Catalog Number 7510600

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Neuropathy (1983); Pain (1994); Ambulation Difficulties (2544)

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Neither the device nor applicable imaging films were returned to manufacturer for evaluation therefore we are unable to determine the definitive cause of event.

Event Description

On (b)(6) 2010, patient underwent spine fusion surgery on the lumbar regions at levels l4-s1.The patient was implanted with rhbmp-2 collagen sponge.The rhbmp-2 collagen sponge was used to fuse more than one level of the spine.Post-op, the patient complained of progressively worsening low back pain with radiculopathy into his buttocks and lower extremities.Patient still continues to experience chronic low back pain with stabbing and burning pain radiating down both legs to his toes.He experiences difficulty sitting, standing and walking.Patient injuries prevent him from practicing daily life activities and reportedly the patient has suffered serious and permanent injuries.

• Brand Name: INFUSE BONE GRAFT
• Type of Device: FILLER, RECOMBINANT HUMAN BONE MORPHOGENETIC PROTEIN, COLLAGEN SCAFFOLD WITH MET
• Manufacturer (Section D): MEDTRONIC SOFAMOR DANEK USA, INC; 4340 swinea rd; memphis TN 38118
• Manufacturer (Section G): MEDTRONIC SOFAMOR DANEK USA, INC; 4340 swinea rd; memphis TN 38118
• Manufacturer Contact: stacie ziemba ; 1800 pyramid place; memphis, TN 38132 ; 9013963133
• MDR Report Key: 6953969
• MDR Text Key: 89454642
• Report Number: 1030489-2017-02213
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NEK
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00681490843812
• UDI-Public: 00681490843812
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: P000058
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer
• Reporter Occupation: Attorney
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 10/17/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 08/01/2012
• Device Catalogue Number: 7510600
• Device Lot Number: M110811AAN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 09/18/2017
• Initial Date FDA Received: 10/17/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/05/2010
• 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 Outcome(s): Other