MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SYNTHES GMBH 2.0MM DRILL BIT W/DEPTH MARK QC/110MM; BIT, SURGICAL

Catalog Number 310.534

Device Problem No Apparent Adverse Event (3189)

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

Event Date 09/16/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

Device report from depuy synthes reports an event in colombia as follows: it was reported that drill bit was dull.It does not affect the patient.During manufacturer's investigation of the returned device it was identified that the fluted tip of the drill bit ø2 w/marking l110/85 2flute f/ was twisted.Additionally, rounding of cutting edges was observed.This report is for one (1) 2.0mm drill bit w/depth mark qc/110mm this is report 2 of 2 for complaint (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

Depuy synthes is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which depuy synthes has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, depuy synthes or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy synthes, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If the information is unknown, not available or does not apply, the section/field of the form is left blank.H10 additional narrative: h3, h6: a product investigation was conducted.The product was returned to depuy synthes for evaluation.The depuy synthes team conducted a visual inspection of the returned device.Visual analysis of the returned sample revealed that the fluted tip of the drill bit ø2 w/marking l110/85 2flute f/ was twisted.Additionally, rounding of cutting edges was observed; it is not unreasonable that the condition identified in visual analysis would contribute to a dull condition.Therefore we are able to confirm dullness with damage observed, as this kind of evidence indicates repeated use of the device.The lifecycle requirements of the device are event related and depend on the use in clinical practice, the device must be properly inspected prior to each surgical use.Refer to the device/country specific ifu for information related to end of life, reprocessing instructions, and inspection procedures.A dimensional inspection was not performed since it was not applicable to the complaint condition.The overall complaint was confirmed as the observed condition of drill bit ø2 w/marking l110/85 2flute f/ would have contributed to the complained issue.Based on the investigation findings, the potential cause is traced to end of life, and it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is required.As part of depuy synthes quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.H3, h4, h6: device history record (dhr) review conducted: part# 310.534 lot # 5l58894 manufacturing site: werk bettlach supplier: na release to warehouse date: 14 aug 2019 expiration date: na a manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished article lot and no non-conformances were identified.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.

• Brand Name: 2.0MM DRILL BIT W/DEPTH MARK QC/110MM
• Type of Device: BIT, SURGICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SYNTHES GMBH; eimattstrasse 3; oberdorf 4436 ; SZ 4436
• Manufacturer (Section G): WERK BETTLACH (CH); muracherstrasse 3; bettlach 2544 ; SZ 2544
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 1302 wrights lane east; west chester, PA 19380 ; 8472871282
• MDR Report Key: 18311246
• MDR Text Key: 330354126
• Report Number: 8030965-2023-15593
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GFG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 07611819158962
• UDI-Public: (01)07611819158962
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CO
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• 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

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/12/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 310.534
• Device Lot Number: 5L58894
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 12/06/2023
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/11/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/14/2019
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1