MAUDE Adverse Event Report: NUVASIVE INC NUVASIVE RELINE SYSTEM; THORACOLUMBOSACRAL PEDICLE SCREW SYSTEM

Model Number 16016545

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problem Vertebral Fracture (4520)

Event Date 01/23/2024

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

No product was returned as it remains in-situ.No images are available to confirm the complaint.The patient's post-operative activity is unknown.Review of the reported information found no product malfunction was alleged or identified.Additionally the surgeon noted the patient had poor bone quality and it was noted as the likely cause of the vetebral fracture.The root cause of the vertebral fracture is considered the result of patient related factors as poor bone quality is a contraindication of pedicle screws.No additional investigation is necessary.Labeling review: "contraindications contraindications include, but are not limited to:.Patients with inadequate bone stock or quality.6.Patients with physical or medical conditions that would prohibit beneficial surgical outcome." "potential adverse events and complications as with any major surgical procedures, there are risks involved in orthopedic surgery.Potential risks identified with the use of this system, which may require additional surgery, include:.Fracture of the vertebra." "warnings, cautions and precautions.The implantation of spinal systems should be performed only by experienced spinal surgeons with specific training in the use of this spinal system because this is a technically demanding procedure presenting a risk of serious injury to the patient.Correct selection of the implant is extremely important.The potential for success is increased by the selection of the proper size of the implant.While proper selection can minimize risks, the size and shape of human bones present limitations on the size and strength of implants.Metallic internal fixation devices cannot withstand the activity levels and/or loads equal to those placed on normal, healthy bone.These devices are not designed to withstand the unsupported stress of full weight or load bearing alone.Care should be taken to insure that all components are ideally fixated prior to closure." "patient education: preoperative instructions to the patient are essential.The patient should be made aware of the limitations of the implant and potential risks of the surgery.The patient should be instructed to limit postoperative activity, as this will reduce the risk of bent, broken or loose implant components.The patient must be made aware that implant components may bend, break or loosen even though restrictions in activity are followed." "post-operative warnings during the postoperative phase it is of particular importance that the physician keeps the patient well informed of all procedures and treatments.Damage to the weight-bearing structures can give rise to loosening of the components, dislocation and migration, as well as to other complications.To ensure the earliest possible detection of such catalysts of device dysfunction, the devices must be checked periodically postoperatively, using appropriate radiographic techniques." 9401879-en p-12/2018 h3 other text : device in-situ.

Event Description

On (b)(6) 2023 an extreme lateral interbody fusion was performed at l1/5.T10/s2 was fixated with posterior fiaxtion.Post-operatively on an unknown date a vertebral compression fracture occurred at t10 and paralysis developed.On (b)(6) 2024 a revision surgery was conducted to extend the fixation to t7.The surgeon noted there was a correlation between the vertebral fracture and patient's poor bone quality.

• Brand Name: NUVASIVE RELINE SYSTEM
• Type of Device: THORACOLUMBOSACRAL PEDICLE SCREW SYSTEM
• Manufacturer (Section D): NUVASIVE INC; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer (Section G): NUVASIVE INC; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer Contact: geoff gannon ; 7475 lusk blvd; san diego, CA 92121
• MDR Report Key: 18707281
• MDR Text Key: 335386385
• Report Number: 2031966-2024-00050
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NKB
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K223181
• 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
• Report Date: 02/14/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 02/14/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 16016545
• Device Lot Number: N374309
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 01/23/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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
• Treatment: 1181045P2
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 77 YR
• Patient Sex: Female