MAUDE Adverse Event Report: NUVASIVE INC. NUVASIVE THORACOLUMBAR INTERBODY SYSTEMS: NUVASIVE COROENT THORACOLUMBAR SYSTEM,; INTERVERTEBRAL FUSION DEVICE WITH BONE GRAFT, LUMBAR

Model Number 6980855

Device Problem Material Fragmentation (1261)

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

Event Date 07/12/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

Coroent® xl, 8x18x55mm 10° (pn 6980855) breaks intraop in an xlif case 2 days ago.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was received by nuvasive and the complaint was confirmed.Examination of the returned device found the proximal end to be fractured with one corner separating from the rest of the cage.The fracture appears to have initiated at the threaded inserter feature that snapped in half with one of the adjacent corners breaking off which was observed to be cracked and bowed outward, consistent with stress buckling.This is a known failure mode resulting from off-axis excessive force which can be related to twisting of the implant to maximize distraction of the disc space in an attempt to restore proper spacing of the vertebral bodies, off-axis impact with the mallet, micro motion at the implant / inserter interface if the implant cage is not fully threaded or over tightened onto the inserter.The root cause is considered to be related to technique, which can be the consequence anatomical challenges of the patient.Labeling review: ".Warnings, cautions and precautions: the subject device is intended for use only as indicated.The implantation of spinal systems should be performed only by experienced spinal surgeons with specific training in the use of this spinal system because this is a technically demanding procedure presenting a risk of serious injury to the patient.Correct selection of the implant is extremely important.The potential for success is increased by the selection of the proper size of the implant.While proper selection can minimize risks, the size and shape of human bones present limitations on the size and strength of implants.Notching, striking, and/or scratching of implants with any instrument should be avoided to reduce the risk of breakage." ".Compatibility: all implants should be used only with the appropriately designated instrument (reference surgical technique)." ".Pre-operative warnings: 5.Care should be used during surgical procedures to prevent damage to the device(s) and injury to the patient." ".Method of use: please refer to the surgical technique for this device." ".Handling of the sterile implant: open the packages carefully.Take suitable measures to ensure that the implant does not come into contact with objects that could damage its surfaces.Use only the recommended instruments for implantation of the implants.Damaged implants must not be used." ".Information: to obtain a surgical technique manual or should any information regarding the products or their uses be required, please contact your local representative or nuvasive directly at (b)(6).You may also email: (b)(6).This instructions for use document is intended for the us market only.For ous instructions for use, please refer to document #9402700 for non-sterile implants and #9401726 for sterile implants 9402012-en.".

• Brand Name: NUVASIVE THORACOLUMBAR INTERBODY SYSTEMS: NUVASIVE COROENT THORACOLUMBAR SYSTEM,
• Type of Device: INTERVERTEBRAL FUSION DEVICE WITH BONE GRAFT, LUMBAR
• Manufacturer (Section D): NUVASIVE INC.; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer (Section G): NUVASIVE INC.; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer Contact: geoff gannon ; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego, CA 92121
• MDR Report Key: 15294212
• MDR Text Key: 305513216
• Report Number: 2031966-2022-00161
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MAX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00887517403216
• UDI-Public: 887517403216
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: SN
• PMA/PMN Number: K203714
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 08/25/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/25/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 6980855
• Device Lot Number: NU7187
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 08/09/2022
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 07/14/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/04/2015
• 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
• Treatment: UNKNOWN INSERTER
• Patient Sex: Prefer Not To Disclose