MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SURESHOT TARGETER; ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT

Catalog Number 71692801

Device Problem Defective Device (2588)

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

Event Date 04/14/2021

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during surgery, the host computer screen for the sureshot targeter displayed an "aiming sureshot is damaged, please replace with another one" message.It is unknown when the event happen relative to surgery.A changed in surgical technique was required to complete the procedure.It is unknown if there was a surgical delay due to this issue.No patient injuries were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device used in treatment was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection of the returned device shows very little to no signs of damage, wear and tear from use.Functionals inspection of the returned device confirms that when the device is connected to the system, the system displays the error on the screen that the sureshot targeter is damaged and needs to be replaced.A review of the complaint history, for the listed part revealed prior complaints for the listed failure mode but no other complaints with the same serial number as this is a unique serial device.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.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.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: SURESHOT TARGETER
• Type of Device: ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11801379
• MDR Text Key: 249978026
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-03935
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OLO
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K092497
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: user facility
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/28/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 71692801
• Device Lot Number: ND2861
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 05/06/2021
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 04/15/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 05/10/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 06/25/2021
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 06/28/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention