MAUDE Adverse Event Report: STRYKER GMBH CORTEX SCREW AXSOS 3 Ø4.5MM / L60MM; PLATE, FIXATION, BONE

Catalog Number 661760

Device Problems Material Deformation (2976); Material Twisted/Bent (2981)

Patient Problem Failure of Implant (1924)

Event Date 09/13/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Based on the available information the device will not be returned therefore an evaluation of the device cannot be performed.A review of the device history is not possible because the lot number was not communicated.Should additional information become available, it will be provided in a supplemental report.H3 other text: device remains implanted in the patient.

Event Description

Surgeon implanted a 355mm distal plate using the mis technique during an eps case.His feedback as reported: "4.5 non locking cortex not strong - bent upon insertion." "stronger cortical screws; distal rim on the plates too wide." "see above.Bulky outrigger does not lock to plate.".

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event could not be confirmed since the device was not returned for evaluation and no other evidence was provided.A review of the device history was not possible because the lot number was not communicated.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.Indications of material, manufacturing, or design related problems were unable to be identified as the lot number was not communicated.¿ this eps feedback was forwarded to rnd for review with following result: "4.5 non locking cortex not strong - bent upon insertion." [provided as a comment on the variety of offered screw types and sizes] "stronger cortical screws; distal rim on the plates too wide." [indicated as identified area for improvement] "see above.Bulky outrigger does not lock to plate." [indicated as a drawback] "when inserted, the cortex screws have a tactile feeling that is softer than the locking screws because of the different material (ti6al4v vs.Cr-co).However, this difference ultimately has no influence on the effectiveness of the cortex screws that have already been successfully used for axsos plate system.The plate thickness is driven by the locking hole height, the plate width was chosen to accommodate for as many screw hole options as possible while avoiding a potential total knee component.No updates/modifications to plate thickness/shape planned as of now." more detailed information about the complaint event as well as the affected device must be available in order to determine the root cause of the complaint event.If the device is returned or if any additional information is provided, the investigation will be reassessed.

Event Description

Surgeon implanted a 355mm distal plate using the mis technique during an eps case.His feedback as reported: "4.5 non locking cortex not strong - bent upon insertion." "stronger cortical screws; distal rim on the plates too wide." "see above.Bulky outrigger does not lock to plate.".

• Brand Name: CORTEX SCREW AXSOS 3 Ø4.5MM / L60MM
• Type of Device: PLATE, FIXATION, BONE
• Manufacturer (Section D): STRYKER GMBH; bohnackerweg 1; postfach; selzach 2545 ; SZ 2545
• Manufacturer (Section G): STRYKER GMBH; bohnackerweg 1; postfach; selzach 2545 ; SZ 2545
• Manufacturer Contact: anna jusinski ; 325 corporate drive; mahwah, NJ 07430 ; 2018315000
• MDR Report Key: 17909489
• MDR Text Key: 325378128
• Report Number: 0008031020-2023-00355
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 07613252580768
• UDI-Public: 07613252580768
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K222381
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 11/23/2023

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 Catalogue Number: 661760
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 09/14/2023
• Initial Date FDA Received: 10/10/2023
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 10/31/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 11/23/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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