MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. R3 LNR MPACTOR HD II 50-54MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL

Model Number 71366451

Device Problems Crack (1135); Naturally Worn (2988); Scratched Material (3020)

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

Event Date 06/25/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal reference de number case-(b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that a r3 liner impactor head ii was scratched, cracked and worn.As this was noticed upon inspection, there was not patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.The manufacturing process of the device did not contribute to the reported event.A visual inspection was conducted and confirmed that the r3 lnr mpactor hd ii 50-54mm is damaged.The device is scratched, cracked, and worn which causes it to not properly function.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device, but no similar events for the batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are 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 future complaints and investigate as necessary.

• Brand Name: R3 LNR MPACTOR HD II 50-54MM
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
• 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: 12119350
• MDR Text Key: 260285435
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-05730
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010656100
• UDI-Public: 03596010656100
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K123598
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/26/2022

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: 71366451
• Device Catalogue Number: 71366451
• Device Lot Number: 19CSY0013
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 07/07/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 06/25/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 07/05/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 01/25/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 01/26/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/30/2019
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1