MAUDE Adverse Event Report: CETERIX ORTHOPAEDICS, INC NOVOSTITCH PRO MENISCAL RPR SYS 0; SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE

Catalog Number CTX-A004

Device Problems Break (1069); Mechanical Problem (1384)

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

Event Date 06/19/2023

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during an acl, the upper jaw of the novostitch did not lift when the orange handle was squeezed.The procedure was completed without surgical delay and surgical technique was changed to a partial meniscectomy instead of the repair.No further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.A review of the customer provided image finds the complaint device with a broken articulation bar.There was a relationship found between the device and the reported event.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with component failure.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.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.The patient impact beyond the reported modified surgical procedure could not be concluded; although pain and arthritis are possible manifestations post partial meniscectomy.No further clinical medical assessment is warranted.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.

Event Description

It was reported that during an acl, the upper jaw of the novostitch would not lift when the orange handle was squeezed and an image provided by the reporter shows a broken device hinge.Nothing fell into the patient and no intervention was necessary due to this problem.However, although the procedure was completed without any surgical delay, the surgical technique was changed to a partial meniscectomy instead of repair.No further complications were reported and the surgeon was satisfied with alternative procedure used.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the device and the reported event.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.No suture cartridge was returned with the insertion device.The articulation bar at the distal end of the shaft is broken.A review of the customer provided image finds the complaint device with a broken articulation bar.A functional evaluation could not be performed due to the damaged condition in which the device was received.A review of the customer provided image finds the complaint device with a broken articulation bar.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.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.The patient impact beyond the reported modified surgical procedure could not be concluded; although pain and arthritis are possible manifestations post partial meniscectomy.No further clinical medical assessment is warranted.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with component failure.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: NOVOSTITCH PRO MENISCAL RPR SYS 0
• Type of Device: SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE
• Manufacturer (Section D): CETERIX ORTHOPAEDICS, INC; 6500 kaiser dr ste 120; fremont CA 94555
• Manufacturer (Section G): CETERIX ORTHOPAEDICS, INC; 6500 kaiser dr ste 120; fremont CA 94555
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 17436092
• MDR Text Key: 320156759
• Report Number: 3009131204-2023-00017
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GAT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00853541006051
• UDI-Public: 853541006051
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: UK
• PMA/PMN Number: K181772
• 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: 01/08/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/01/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: CTX-A004
• Device Lot Number: M220161
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 01/03/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 10/28/2022
• 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 Outcome(s): Required Intervention