SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI Z HANDLE ACET REAMER; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
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Model Number 71364073 |
Device Problems
Break (1069); Separation Failure (2547)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 02/22/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that the handle of the mi z handle acet reamer is broken, and the reamer component and sleeves are jammed.Since it was noticed during a field inspection, no patient was involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Section h3, h6: the device was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data 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 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.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device did not confirm the stated failure.A visual did not confirm any broken pieces of the device.The device shows signs of normal wear and use.A functional evaluation confirmed that the reamer handle has difficulty connecting/ disconnecting the components.The components were composed of different smith and nephew batches.A functional evaluation confirmed the shaft will not connect to the reamer handle.Therefore, it has been identified that this event should be re-evaluated for mdr reporting and does not meet the threshold for reporting.The event may result in a short procedural delay and/or require use of a backup device to continue procedure.This event is not likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury and is considered not reportable.If further details are provided confirming the occurrence of a reportable event, our files will be updated accordingly and a further report submitted outlining both the event details and our investigations performed.Internal complaint reference number: case-2022-00093639-1 the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device did not confirm the stated failure.A visual did not confirm any broken pieces of the device.The device shows signs of normal wear and use.A functional evaluation confirmed that the reamer handle has difficulty connecting/ disconnecting the components.The components were composed of different smith and nephew batches.A functional evaluation confirmed the shaft will not connect to the reamer handle.Therefore, it has been identified that this event should be re-evaluated for mdr reporting and does not meet the threshold for reporting.The event may result in a short procedural delay and/or require use of a backup device to continue procedure.This event is not likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury and is considered not reportable.If further details are provided confirming the occurrence of a reportable event, our files will be updated accordingly and a further report submitted outlining both the event details and our investigations performed.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
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