MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. G2 INS SPAC TR SZ7-8 13MM; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

Model Number 71430230

Device Problems Flaked (1246); Naturally Worn (2988)

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

Event Date 02/25/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, during setup the staff were preparing for a genesisii procedure and noticed that the g2 ins spac tr sz7-8 13mm was damaged due to wear and tear.This raised concern something may flake into the patient.Incident occurred before the procedure; therefore, there was no patient involvement.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, the product analysis and the reported event could not be confirmed at this time.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: G2 INS SPAC TR SZ7-8 13MM
• Type of Device: ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11541250
• MDR Text Key: 241448588
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-02278
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LXH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010211880
• UDI-Public: 03596010211880
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,foreig
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/31/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71430230
• Device Catalogue Number: 71430230
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 02/26/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/22/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/28/2021
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/31/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1