MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RETROGRADE DRL 12MM; BIT, SURGICAL

Model Number 72204050

Device Problem Break (1069)

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

Event Date 11/17/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during surgery, an acufex trunav retrograde drill was used, the cutter broke inside the tunnel.All the pieces were removed using suction.The procedure was successfully completed without delay using a back-up device.No patient injury or further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: the reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.There was no way to determine if the device contributed to the reported event.A complaint history review found no similar reported events in the past year.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest that the anticipated risk region is not adequate.Smith and nephew has not received adequate clinical information nor the device, therefore, a thorough medical investigation could not be rendered nor could the clinical root cause of the reported failure be determined.Based on the information provided, all the pieces were removed using suction and the procedure was successfully completed without delay using a back-up device.Since there was no harm alleged or anticipated to this patient, no further clinical/medical assessment is warranted at this time.Should any additional relevant medical information be provided, this case would be re-assessed.The complaint was not confirmed.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include an application of unintended inappropriate or excessive force to the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, or an impact event inconsistent with normal use.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.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.

• Brand Name: RETROGRADE DRL 12MM
• Type of Device: BIT, SURGICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 12985094
• MDR Text Key: 282120988
• Report Number: 1219602-2021-02698
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GFG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885554037791
• UDI-Public: 00885554037791
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: IT
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 04/26/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/13/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 72204050
• Device Catalogue Number: 72204050
• Device Lot Number: 4905307
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/18/2022
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/07/2019
• 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): Required Intervention; Other