MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. OXINIUM FEM HD 12/14 28MM +0; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/CERAMIC/POLYMER, CEMENTED OR NON-POROUS

Model Number 71342800

Device Problems Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging (2385); Device Markings/Labelling Problem (2911)

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

Event Date 08/17/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that four (4) oxinium femoral heads 12/14 taper 28mm had manufacturing labels that were cut off and did not fully display the part number, lot number, quantity and expiration date.As this was noticed in a non-surgical environment, there was no patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.The manufacturing process of the device contributed to the reported event.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The label on the package was cut off and did not fully display the context of the label.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed 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 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.A potential probable cause could but not limited to a misalignment during printing.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.This event was determined to be low risk.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.We consider this investigation closed.

Event Description

It was reported that an oxinium femoral head 12/14 taper 28mm had manufacturing label that was cut off and did not fully display the part number, lot number, quantity and expiration date.As this was noticed in a non-surgical environment, there was no patient involvement.

• Brand Name: OXINIUM FEM HD 12/14 28MM +0
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/CERAMIC/POLYMER, CEMENTED OR NON-POROUS
• 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: 12417091
• MDR Text Key: 269824539
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-06698
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LZO
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010474148
• UDI-Public: 03596010474148
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: SF
• PMA/PMN Number: K021673
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/31/2022

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: 71342800
• Device Catalogue Number: 71342800
• Device Lot Number: 21CM16727
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 09/22/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/17/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 09/02/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 01/27/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 01/31/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/22/2021
• 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