MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. PROBE SAPHYRE 90DEG; ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES

Model Number 7209686

Device Problem Crack (1135)

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

Event Date 09/07/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during an arthroscopy, in the joint cavity, the skin of the probe saphyre wand crack at the beginning of the ablation.The procedure was completed with a s+n back up device.There was a non-significant surgical delay and no further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).Corrected data: h1 to malfunction.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the device and the reported event.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found no similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A visual inspection found the device was returned without original packaging.The insulation at the distal tip was split and pushed out from one point.The return electrode had debris.A functional evaluation found the insulation did not crack or peel further when operated in cut or coagulation mode.The complaint was confirmed and the root cause associated with an unintended use of the device.Factors that may have contributed to the reported event include using the probe as a lever in the joint space or contact with another instrument during the procedure.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: PROBE SAPHYRE 90DEG
• Type of Device: ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 150 minuteman road; andover MA 01810
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 150 minuteman road; andover MA 01810
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 15491797
• MDR Text Key: 300634658
• Report Number: 3003604053-2022-00051
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GEI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010470560
• UDI-Public: 03596010470560
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K991218
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 08/16/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/27/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 03/19/2024
• Device Model Number: 7209686
• Device Catalogue Number: 7209686
• Device Lot Number: 2070671
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/11/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/19/2021
• 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 Age: 65 YR
• Patient Sex: Male