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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY UNI TIB TR INS SZ3-4/8MM; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, NON-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY UNI TIB TR INS SZ3-4/8MM; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, NON-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER Back to Search Results
Model Number 71436133
Device Problem Break (1069)
Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Event Date 03/27/2023
Event Type  malfunction  
Event Description
It was reported that, during a uka surgery, a journey uni tib tr ins sz3-4/8mm was noticed to be chipped.The procedure was resumed, without any delay; however it is unknown how.Patient was not harmed as consequence of this problem.
 
Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
 
Manufacturer Narrative
The device was not returned for evaluation.However, the photograph was reviewed, and revealed that the device was chipped.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.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 risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to 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 the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
 
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Brand Name
JOURNEY UNI TIB TR INS SZ3-4/8MM
Type of Device
PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, NON-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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 Key16772024
MDR Text Key313613180
Report Number1020279-2023-00879
Device Sequence Number1
Product Code HSX
UDI-Device Identifier03596010588104
UDI-Public03596010588104
Combination Product (y/n)N
Reporter Country CodeUK
PMA/PMN Number
K113038
Number of Events Reported1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Report Source Manufacturer
Source Type Other,Foreign,Company Representative
Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date 05/15/2023
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Date FDA Received04/19/2023
Is this an Adverse Event Report? No
Is this a Product Problem Report? Yes
Device Operator Health Professional
Device Model Number71436133
Device Catalogue Number71436133
Device Lot NumberUNKNOWN
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Date Manufacturer Received05/12/2023
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? No
Is the Device Single Use? No
Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device? No
Type of Device Usage Unknown
Patient Sequence Number1
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