MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. PLUG BONE TUNNEL 9/10 MED.; ACCESSORIES,ARTHROSCOPIC

Catalog Number 013561

Device Problem Break (1069)

Patient Problems Laceration(s) (1946); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 01/16/2024

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during a posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction procedure, the 9-10mm plug bone tunnel device fractured when it was inserted into the 9mm tunnel, the distal fragment remained inside the tunnel.Another incision had to be made to insert a pin through the tunnel and remove fragment completely.The procedure was successfully completed using a back-up device.There a surgical delay less than 30 minutes and no further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: h3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.Insufficient product identification information was provided and thus a manufacturing record review could not be conducted.Based on the information available, there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.The instructions for use were reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A clinical review states based on insufficient information, a thorough clinical assessment cannot be performed at this time.The patient's current condition is unknown and the patient impact beyond the reported events could not be determined based on the limited information provided.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.Corrected data: h6: health effect - clinical code.

• Brand Name: PLUG BONE TUNNEL 9/10 MED.
• Type of Device: ACCESSORIES,ARTHROSCOPIC
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 18682294
• MDR Text Key: 335074346
• Report Number: 1219602-2024-00248
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NBH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010091130
• UDI-Public: 03596010091130
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CO
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/20/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 013561
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 01/16/2024
• Initial Date FDA Received: 02/09/2024
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 03/19/2024
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 03/20/2024
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Sex: Male