MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII FEM ALIGN VIEW TEMPLT; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Model Number 71440426

Device Problems Corroded (1131); Material Erosion (1214)

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

Event Date 05/25/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during the cleaning process the magnet cover on a gii fem align view templt had eroded, leaving a hole where the magnet normally sits.However, per image attached, it also seems to be corroded.As this was noticed when putting tray together, no case was involved.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation but the pictures were reviewed, and the failure mode was confirmed.A complaint history review found related failures for the listed device; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.For cleaning procedures please refer to smith and nephew¿s recommended cleaning methods given in our cleaning and sterilization brochure-¿instructions for care, maintenance, cleaning and sterilization of smith & nephew orthopedic devices¿.The document is available from customer service or via the smith and nephew website, which suggests using a surgical scrub brush to remove visible debris.Possible causes could include but not limited to unclear user instructions, reprocessing error during cleaning/sterilization.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.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.

• Brand Name: GII FEM ALIGN VIEW TEMPLT
• 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: 11963031
• MDR Text Key: 255045999
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-05068
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010215468
• UDI-Public: 03596010215468
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/26/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/08/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71440426
• Device Catalogue Number: 71440426
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/25/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1