MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII SLT 3 MOD TIB CUTBLCK LT; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Model Number 71440209

Device Problem Naturally Worn (2988)

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

Event Date 12/09/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

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Event Description

It was reported that the locking mechanisms have become worn out and are difficult to use.No patient involved in the case.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.

Manufacturer Narrative

The associated device, intended to use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device shows signs that it is worn and discoloration.The device was manufactured in 2004 and shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation confirmed that the device was paired with mating part mechanism and does not function as intended.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product 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 probable causes of 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 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 SLT 3 MOD TIB CUTBLCK LT
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11097711
• MDR Text Key: 224526545
• Report Number: 1020279-2020-08067
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010460431
• UDI-Public: 03596010460431
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,user f
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/21/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/30/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71440209
• Device Catalogue Number: 71440209
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/04/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/20/2021
• Patient Sequence Number: 1