MAUDE Adverse Event Report: VIANT MEDICAL, LLC METAL HANDLE OFFSET CUP IMPACTOR

Model Number 255000115

Device Problems Failure to Disconnect (2541); Mechanical Jam (2983)

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

Event Date 05/23/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The complaint sample has not yet been returned to viant for evaluation.Once the complaint sample is received, it will be evaluation and a follow-up medwatch 3500a emdr will be submitted accordingly.G2: complaint information provided by distributor, depuy synthes.

Event Description

It was reported during total hip replacement on an unknown patient procedure that the offset cup inserter gets stuck on the real implant and it's very difficult to unscrew.There was a surgical delay of 10 seconds to get pliers to help loosen the device due to the reported malfunction.There were no health consequences or impact.

Manufacturer Narrative

H2: the complaint sample was returned complete to viant for evaluation and the reported event is unconfirmed.The offset cup impactor had functioned when threading on and off a cup fixture numerous times under tension without fail as intended.To evaluate the reported failure, the function of the device was checked using a cup fixture per the viant impactor function and resistance test work instruction.The device was able to thread on and off and cup fixture numerous times under tension without any issues or complications.Per the above evaluation, the reported event is unconfirmed.Further inspection of the device revealed the following other observations; · the ratchet weld is cracked but not fractured all the way around and did not inhibit the device from functioning.· the threaded tip shows no signs of deformation or damage from threading on and off the cup fixture.· the impactor body nose has signs of damage and marks indicating the device may/had been used with the impactor tip.· the ratchet teeth are worn from repeated use.· the blue knob and adjoining shaft has been damaged from what appears to be a vise/clamp like tool based on the damaged observed.This is considered misuse as the knob is intended for hand rotation without use of other tools/instruments.· the pin on the blue knob has translated from its original position and is slightly protruding on the side of the knob.· the chain is able to rotate within the impactor body as intended.· the universal joints (uj) on the chain shows no signs of breakage or deformation.· the device has general wear and tear in the form of scratches/nicks/gouges from repeated use.The ifu sent with this device today, man-004011 rev b, states the following; · offset cup impactors are hand-held, re-usable surgical instruments[?].· anticipated useful life offset cup impactor: 600 use cycles, · end of life is determined by wear and damage due to intended use, · visually inspect for damage and wear.If the instrument is damaged and worn, it is considered at the end of its life and should be discarded, · check hinged instruments for smooth movement, · when the udi carrier(s) is no longer readable, the instrument is to be discarded, · viant devices should only be used by qualified personnel fully trained in the use of the surgical instruments and the relevant surgical procedures, · do not modify viant instruments in any way and handle with care at all times.Surface scratches can increase wear and the risk of corrosion, · manual surgical instruments have a limited life-span which is determined by wear or damage due to repeated intended use.When a surgical instrument reaches the end of its functional life, clean the instrument of any and all biomaterial/biohazards and safely discard the instrument in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.The viant risk management files were reviewed to the reported failure mode is captured and assessed within the viant device history files (dhf).The review revealed there is a similar failure mode identified and mitigated to the lower possible risk region.It was noted during the trend review, the 4 recent similar reported events had all occurred in the same user facility (3 from the same user).All determined to be unconfirmed.The device history records (dhr) was reviewed and found no related manufacturing deviations or anomalies that would have contributed to the reported event.Assembly of the offset cup impactor with a cup fixture was verified at 100% frequency in operation 140 (assembly), 300 (assembly), & 1 per lot at op 800 (final inspection) during the assembly level.This device has experienced approximately 2.78 years of use.The customer indicated the device was used for "couple 100 cases".It is unknown exactly how many surgical procedures (cycles) this device has experienced throughout its life in the field.In conclusion, the reported event is unconfirmed since the returned offset cup impactor functioned when threading on and off the cup fixture numerous times without fail as intended.No further investigation with regard to this complaint is required.Viant will continue to monitor for trends.

Manufacturer Narrative

The complaint sample was not returned to viant for evaluation.Thus, the reported event is non-verifiable.The ifu sent with this device today, man-004011 rev b, states the following; · offset cup impactors are hand-held, re-usable surgical instruments.· anticipated useful life offset cup impactor: 600 use cycles, · end of life is generally by wear and damage due to intended use, · visually inspect for damage and wear.If the instrument is damaged and worn, it is considered at the end of its life and should be discarded, · check hinged instruments for smooth movement, · when the udi carrier(s) is no longer readable, the instrument is to be discarded, · viant devices should only be used by qualified personnel fully trained in the use of the surgical instruments and the relevant surgical procedures, · do not modify viant instruments in any way and handle with care at all times.Surface scratches can increase wear and the risk of corrosion, · manual surgical instruments have a limited life-span which is determined by wear or damage due to repeated intended use.When a surgical instrument reaches the end of its functional life, clean the instrument of any and all biomaterial/biohazards and safely discard the instrument in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.The device history records (dhr) were reviewed and found no related manufacturing deviations or anomalies that would have contributed to the reported event.This device has experienced approximately 2.78 years of use.The customer indicated the device was used for "couple 100 cases".It is unknown exactly how many surgical procedures (cycles) this device has experienced throughout its life in the field.In conclusion, the complaint sample was not received by viant for evaluation and the reported event is non-verifiable.If the complaint sample is received by viant, it will be evaluated and the complaint record will be updated accordingly and a supplemental medwatch 3500a emdr will be submitted as well.No further investigation is required at this time.Viant will continue to monitor for trends.Updated type of investigation, investigation findings, and investigation conclusions.

• Brand Name: METAL HANDLE OFFSET CUP IMPACTOR
• Type of Device: IMPACTOR
• Manufacturer (Section D): VIANT MEDICAL, LLC; 4545 kroemer road; fort wayne IN 46818
• Manufacturer (Section G): VIANT MEDICAL, LLC; 4545 kroemer road; fort wayne IN 46818
• Manufacturer Contact: tony singh ; 4545 kroemer road; fort wayne, IN 46818
• MDR Report Key: 17195244
• MDR Text Key: 317959898
• Report Number: 3004976965-2023-00009
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HWA
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00840096400045
• UDI-Public: 00840096400045
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Distributor
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 08/04/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/23/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 255000115
• Device Catalogue Number: 511172
• Device Lot Number: PC5019283
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Manufacturer Received: 07/27/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/08/2018
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1