MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD. VERSAJET EXACT ASSY, 45 DEGREE X 8MM; LAVAGE, JET

Model Number 66800042

Device Problem Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)

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

Event Date 03/31/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during debridement, two (2) versajet exact assy, 45 degree x 8mm have leaked water.Water line was splashing all around instead of direct line.Debridement was performed, after a delay of 30 minutes or less, with a sn back-up device.No harm to the patient or further complications reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device has not been returned for evaluation, meaning the reported event could not be confirmed.A documentation investigation has been conducted, finding previous complaints of this nature.A process review identified no evidence of a manufacturing deficiency.No historical escalations have been observed.Probable root cause of the reported failure may be a blockage in the handpiece caused by debris build up, which blocks saline, and should be carefully removed.This is outlined in the device instructions for use.This investigation is now complete with no further action deemed necessary.Smith + nephew will continue to monitor for any adverse trends relating to this product range.

Manufacturer Narrative

The information received by the manufacturer has been re-evaluated for mdr reporting and it was determined that this case does not meet the threshold for reporting and is a non-reportable event.Event may cause minor or temporary injury (e.G., delayed wound healing, maceration, etc.) requiring no or minor medical intervention.Event may require use of a backup device to continue therapy.This event did not lead to a death or serious injury, nor would it be likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if it were to recur.This event is considered not reportable pursuant to 21 cfr §803.

• Brand Name: VERSAJET EXACT ASSY, 45 DEGREE X 8MM
• Type of Device: LAVAGE, JET
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD.; 101 hessle road; hull east riding of yorkshire HU3 2 BN; UK HU3 2BN
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD.; 101 hessle road; hull east riding of yorkshire HU3 2 BN; UK HU3 2BN
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 14135325
• MDR Text Key: 289458425
• Report Number: 8043484-2022-00122
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: FQH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00040565124698
• UDI-Public: 00040565124698
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: TH
• PMA/PMN Number: K143115
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 04/12/2023

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 Expiration Date: 09/24/2023
• Device Model Number: 66800042
• Device Catalogue Number: 66800042
• Device Lot Number: 50968638
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/31/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 04/18/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 03/31/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 04/12/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/24/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1