MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. FEMORAL IMPLANT IMPACTOR; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL

Catalog Number 71440005

Device Problem Fracture (1260)

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

Event Date 11/22/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during a tka procedure, the tip of two (2) femoral implant impactor had broken.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not harmed as a consequence of this problem.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

The devices were not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.A review of the production order 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 a similar event 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 this event was previously identified and addressed; a stress relief process was established for acetal bumpers, samples were tested in order to include the stress relief operation in the manufacturing flow and to include the inspection of stress relief temperature chart to determine compliance.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the products failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.These devices are reusable instruments that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the devices 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: FEMORAL IMPLANT IMPACTOR
• 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: 18326165
• MDR Text Key: 330495413
• Report Number: 1020279-2023-02500
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JDG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556034156
• UDI-Public: 00885556034156
• 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: Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/15/2024

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: 71440005
• Device Lot Number: 19FM00581
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 11/22/2023
• Initial Date FDA Received: 12/14/2023
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 01/10/2024
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 01/15/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/03/2019
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1