MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. JGRKNT 1.0MM MINI 3-0 NDLS; SCREW, FIXATION, INTRAOSSEOUS

Catalog Number 912082

Device Problem Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)

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

Event Date 01/20/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during surgery, the clear sleeve of the device would not slide as expected.Subsequently, another device was used to successfully complete the surgery.There are no reported consequences for this event.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).Event occurred in japan.Product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

Manufacturer Narrative

This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the returned product/provided pictures identified the tip of the device is bent.The part has been function tested and is conforming.Medical records were not provided.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

Event Description

No further event information available at the time of this report.

• Brand Name: JGRKNT 1.0MM MINI 3-0 NDLS
• Type of Device: SCREW, FIXATION, INTRAOSSEOUS
• Manufacturer (Section D): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer (Section G): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer Contact: jennifer rapsavage ; 56 e. bell dr.; warsaw, IN 46582 ; 5745260384
• MDR Report Key: 16377827
• MDR Text Key: 309553883
• Report Number: 0001825034-2023-00275
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00880304523418
• UDI-Public: (01)00880304523418(17)270815(10)0002458972
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K140908
• 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,Followup
• Report Date: 06/01/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 02/15/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 912082
• Device Lot Number: 0002458972
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 02/10/2023
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/31/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/15/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Removal/Correction Number: NI
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Prefer Not To Disclose