MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. 4.0MM SHORT AO PILOT DRILL; PLATE, FIXATION, BONE

Catalog Number 71631123

Device Problem Fracture (1260)

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

Event Date 03/21/2024

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during left femur fracture procedure, one (1) 4.0mm short ao pilot drill fracture while drilling the distal lockage of the shaft.The broken tip was removed with a needle holder.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.However, the photographs were reviewed and revealed that the tip of the device is fractured.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 similar events 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 there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This is a single use device, surgical technique or damage from misuse are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should the device 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.Additional information: e1 (address), h8 corrected data: h5.

• Brand Name: 4.0MM SHORT AO PILOT DRILL
• Type of Device: PLATE, FIXATION, BONE
• 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: 19081608
• MDR Text Key: 339850430
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-00722
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010497475
• UDI-Public: 03596010497475
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: BR
• PMA/PMN Number: K123055
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/07/2024

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: 71631123
• Device Lot Number: 19BM17668
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/21/2024
• Initial Date FDA Received: 04/10/2024
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: Not provided
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/07/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/22/2019
• 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: 24 YR
• Patient Sex: Male