MAUDE Adverse Event Report: NUVASIVE, INC. NVM5 MULTIMODALITY SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT; NEUROSURGICAL NERVE LOCATOR

Model Number 2021001

Device Problem Failure to Deliver Shock/Stimulation (1133)

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

Event Date 03/25/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

During routine servicing of the nvm5 unit, it was found the unit failed simulated stimulation testing; specifically, an unresolvable windows error message occurred during dynamic emg stimulation, which stopped stimulation functionality.The unit required reimaging to resolve the error.There was no patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was received and evaluated.The evaluation found the unit failed simulated stimulation testing; specifically, an unresolvable windows error message.The cause of the stimulation failure was a windows issue and was resolved by reimaging the unit.Labeling review: "while the nvm5 system is designed to assist in the electromyographic location of spinal nerves in proximity to the surgical site, it is not intended to take the place of thorough knowledge of spinal anatomy and appropriate surgical technique, nor should the information provided by the system be construed as definitive indicators of nerve location.Such factors as the distance from the nerve, the position and placement of electrodes, individual muscle and/or nerve responses, the proximity and strength of sources of electrical interference, and other patient and environmental factors, may influence the operation.If, in the judgment of the clinician, this resistance is sufficient to preclude proper placement of instruments, the procedure should be suspended." "if system data acquisition seems inaccurate or if the software application does not initiate or malfunctions during use, and recommended steps to restore the system are not successful, abort use of the system.".

• Brand Name: NVM5 MULTIMODALITY SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT
• Type of Device: NEUROSURGICAL NERVE LOCATOR
• Manufacturer (Section D): NUVASIVE, INC.; 7475 lusk blvd.; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer (Section G): NUVASIVE, INC.; 7475 lusk blvd.; san diego CA 92121
• Manufacturer Contact: geoffrey gannon ; 7475 lusk blvd.; san diego, CA 92121
• MDR Report Key: 14137811
• MDR Text Key: 298880207
• Report Number: 2031966-2022-00078
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: PDQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00887517168610
• UDI-Public: 887517168610
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K162313
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 04/18/2022

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: 2021001
• Device Catalogue Number: N/A
• Device Lot Number: N/A
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 03/24/2022
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/25/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 04/18/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• 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