MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI Z HANDLE ACET REAMER; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL

Model Number 71364073

Device Problem Mechanical Problem (1384)

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

Event Date 05/04/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during set up for tha surgery the mi z handle acet reamer was having issues properly assembling and disassembling.Sleeves were extremely difficult to remove.The procedure was completed, without delay, using the same device.No patient injuries and no other complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device does not confirm the stated failure mode.The device shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation of the returned device confirm the stated failure mode.The device functions as necessary, but difficult to assemble and disassemble as stated.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: MI Z HANDLE ACET REAMER
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11853694
• MDR Text Key: 251657181
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-04507
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010507570
• UDI-Public: 03596010507570
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K123598
• 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: 05/25/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 05/20/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: No Information
• Device Model Number: 71364073
• Device Catalogue Number: 71364073
• Device Lot Number: 20GM20044
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 05/17/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/25/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1