MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY DCF AP FEM CUT BLK 8; PROSTHESIS,KNEE,FEMOROTIBIAL,SEMICONSTRAINED,CEMENTED,METALPOLYMER

Model Number 74012418

Device Problem Corroded (1131)

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

Event Date 04/15/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that the journey dcf ap fem cut blk 4, journey dcf ap fem cut blk 7 and journey dcf ap fem cut blk 8 were corroded.As this was noticed upon field inspection, there was not patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device did not confirm the stated failure mode.There is no sign of corrosion.The device shows signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be corroborated.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are 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 future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.B5.

Event Description

It was reported that the journey dcf ap fem cut blk 8 was corroded.As this was noticed upon field inspection, there was not patient involvement.

• Brand Name: JOURNEY DCF AP FEM CUT BLK 8
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS,KNEE,FEMOROTIBIAL,SEMICONSTRAINED,CEMENTED,METALPOLYMER
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 14352663
• MDR Text Key: 291359096
• Report Number: 1020279-2022-02306
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010556707
• UDI-Public: 03596010556707
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/09/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 05/11/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 74012418
• Device Catalogue Number: 74012418
• Device Lot Number: 06FM11448R
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 04/22/2022
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/08/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/27/2006
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1