MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI Z HANDLE ACET REAMER; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL

Model Number 71364073

Device Problems Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Mechanics Altered (2984)

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

Event Date 02/07/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, during surgery, a the j-lock of the mi z handle acet reamer is no longer working so the cup keeps falling off.Device outside the patient.The procedure was able to be completed with the same device.Surgery was not delayed.Patient was not harmed.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the device was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of complaint history of the previous 12 months revealed similar events for the listed device, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.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.The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or 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: MI Z HANDLE ACET REAMER
• 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: 13615313
• MDR Text Key: 287800878
• Report Number: 1020279-2022-00891
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010507570
• UDI-Public: 03596010507570
• 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: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/28/2022

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: 71364073
• Device Catalogue Number: 71364073
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 02/07/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 02/27/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 03/24/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 03/28/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1