MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM PLLA/HA 2 UBWHT/BL; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number 72202602

Device Problem Break (1069)

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

Event Date 03/18/2024

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during a shoulder cuff repair surgery, the twinfix anchor broke while the implantation.The pieces were removed with tweezers.The procedure was completed using a back-up device.There was a delay less than 30 minutes and no further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: case-(b)(4.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual inspection revealed that the returned device was not in its original packaging.The insertion device was returned with the anchor fragments and suture strings were returned off the device.The prongs at the distal end of the insertion shaft are deformed.There is biological debris on the returned items.An assessment of material characteristics found that based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, additional material testing is not required.A review of device records showed 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.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 review of the material specifications found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.The root cause has been associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include excessive force on the device, excessive torque on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, off-axis insertion, improper preparation of the insertion site, or an inadvertent impact event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM PLLA/HA 2 UBWHT/BL
• Type of Device: FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
• 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: 19080028
• MDR Text Key: 340510011
• Report Number: 1219602-2024-00748
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MAI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010647573
• UDI-Public: 03596010647573
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K151105
• 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: 05/09/2024

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: 72202602
• Device Lot Number: 2072150
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 04/10/2024
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/19/2024
• Initial Date FDA Received: 04/10/2024
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/08/2024
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/09/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/14/2021
• 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
• Patient Age: 59 YR
• Patient Sex: Female
• Patient Weight: 48 KG