MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SYNTHES GMBH STERNAL ZIPFIX WITH NEEDLE STERILE; CERCLAGE, FIXATION

Catalog Number 08.501.001.01S

Device Problem Mechanical Problem (1384)

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

Event Date 11/30/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

Device report from synthes reports an event in australia as follows: it was reported the surgeons were using zipfix to close the sternum post heart surgery during sternotomy on (b)(6) 2023.They had hand tightened 3 zipfix implants into place.During tensioning with the applicator, it was noticed that one of the zipfix implants was not locking.Several attempts were made to tension the zipfix however it loosened each time.The implant was removed and inspected.Locking mechanism not functioning correctly.Implant sent to be cleaned and returned for assessment.No surgical delay was reported.Procedure was completed successfully.This report is for sternal zipfix with needle sterile for (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: the investigation could not be completed; no conclusion could be drawn, as no product was received.Based on the information available, it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is proposed.This complaint will be accounted for and monitored via post market surveillance activities.If additional information is made available, the investigation will be updated as applicable.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.

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.H3, h6: the device has been received, the investigation is in progress, no conclusion could be drawn at the time of filing this report.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.

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.H3, h6: 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 involved sternal zipfix needle sterile revealed that only one (1) of the pack of five (5) zip fix units was returned for evaluation.The zip fix was found with the needle end cut below the notch and the shaft bent, indicating that the device had been used.Additionally, the locking head was found cut and tighten at the end of the zip fix.A dimensional inspection for the returned device was unable to be performed due to post manufacturing damage.A complete functional test was not performed due to the condition in which the product was received.However, the locking head was advanced through the remainder of the zip fix, and it was observed that the head could be tightened as intended.As part of depuy synthes quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.The overall complaint was not confirmed as the observed condition of the sternal zipfix cable tie w/needle peek 5 would not contribute to the complained device issue.There is no indication that a design or manufacturing issue has caused the complaint condition and hence the root cause cannot be determined.Based on the investigation findings, it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is proposed.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.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.

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.The photographs attached were reviewed, however they do not represent the reported complaint condition.Therefore, the investigation could not draw any conclusions about the reported event due to the insufficient evidence provided.As the device was not returned, an as-received condition could not be assessed, and a dimensional inspection and document/specification review were not completed.The overall complaint was unconfirmed as the photographs provided are not representative of the reported complaint condition.Based on the investigation findings, it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is proposed.There is no indication that a design or manufacturing issue has caused the complaint condition.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.Device history: product code: : 08.501.001.01s.Lot number : 4l87129.Release to warehouse date : 01.Jul.2019.Expiration date : 01.Jul.2024.Supplier: (b)(4).Manufacturing site: werk selzach.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: STERNAL ZIPFIX WITH NEEDLE STERILE
• Type of Device: CERCLAGE, FIXATION
• Manufacturer (Section D): SYNTHES GMBH; eimattstrasse 3; oberdorf 4436 ; SZ 4436
• Manufacturer (Section G): WERK SELZACH; bohnackerweg 5; selzach CO 2545 ; SZ 2545
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 1302 wright lane east; west chester, PA 19380 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 18375445
• MDR Text Key: 331127318
• Report Number: 8030965-2023-16032
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10887587025971
• UDI-Public: (01)10887587025971
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: AS
• PMA/PMN Number: K110789
• 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,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 12/21/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/21/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 08.501.001.01S
• Device Lot Number: 4L87129
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/27/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/01/2019
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Age: 64 YR
• Patient Sex: Female