MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. AHTB UNIVERSAL HIP DISTRACTOR; APPARATUS, TRACTION, NON-POWERED

Model Number 72203270

Device Problem Unstable (1667)

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

Event Date 04/22/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that the hip distractor did not lock into the place, it still moves.The incident occurred before the procedure.There was no delay and a backup device was available to complete the procedure with no complications reported.No further details available.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the device and the reported event.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 evaluation of the device by the supplier determined that the insert ball joint, ball joint lock tube, the bellows, cam follower, belleville washers, and the bushings needed to be replaced.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with component failure.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include an application of unintended inappropriate or excessive force to the device, an impact event inconsistent with normal use, wear from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling, or inadequate routine maintenance.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: AHTB UNIVERSAL HIP DISTRACTOR
• Type of Device: APPARATUS, TRACTION, NON-POWERED
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 150 minuteman road; andover MA 01810
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 150 minuteman road; andover MA 01810
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 11831531
• MDR Text Key: 250824127
• Report Number: 3003604053-2021-00197
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HST
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885554024821
• UDI-Public: 00885554024821
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/18/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 05/17/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 72203270
• Device Catalogue Number: 72203270
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 04/23/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/13/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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