MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY DCF AP FEM CUT BLK 7; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Catalog Number 74012417

Device Problem Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)

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

Event Date 12/14/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, during a tka surgery, when removing one (1) journey dcf ap fem cut blk 7, a small ball bearing fell out of the sliding mechanism of the block.The bearing was retrieved.The block appears normal to the naked eye, but the pegs on the back of the block move slightly even when screw was completely locked.The procedure was resumed, after a non-significant delay, with a s+n back-up device.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.The visual inspection revealed that the ball bearing is missing from the device.This piece was not returned.The device shows signs of extensive wear and use.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude 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 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.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: JOURNEY DCF AP FEM CUT BLK 7
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-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 Key: 18464764
• MDR Text Key: 332315743
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-00039
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRY
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K121393
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/05/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/08/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 74012417
• Device Lot Number: 16JM00820
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/02/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/02/2016
• 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