MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. META-TAN COMP SCREW DRILL; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71631428

Device Problem Break (1069)

Patient Problems No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 07/08/2020

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during a meta tan procedure, the entry comp reamer broke during use inside of the patient.All of the pieces were recovered.Subsequently, the main comp screw reamer would not fit until lag reamer was used.There was a delay of less than 30 minutes due to this issue.No other complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, used in treatment was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection of the returned device confirms that the device is broken and has signs of wear and tear from use.According to clinical/medical investigation, the entry comp reamer broke during use inside of the patient.Per communications, all of the pieces were recovered.Subsequently, the main comp screw reamer would not fit, until the surgeon used a lag reamer.There was a reported delay of less than 30 minutes; however, no other complications were reported.Should any additional medical information be provided, this complaint will be re-assessed.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal any manufacturing or material abnormalities that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history for the listed part revealed no prior complaints.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.The device is a reusable device that can be exposed to numerous surgeries and cleaning cycles.Probable causes that could contribute to the reported event, as reusable instruments are susceptible to damage from prolonged use and through misuse or rough handling.To avoid compromised performance or damage, it is recommended the device be inspected prior to and after each use and cleaning.We recommend that all re-usable instruments be routinely inspected for wear/damage and replaced as necessary.A review of risk management files and the instructions for use found that the reported failure was documented appropriately.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further actions are being taken at this time.We consider this investigation closed.Credit will be issued for the device.

• Brand Name: META-TAN COMP SCREW DRILL
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 10344576
• MDR Text Key: 201017247
• Report Number: 1020279-2020-03576
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556158401
• UDI-Public: 00885556158401
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K122170
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 12/14/2020

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 Model Number: 71631428
• Device Catalogue Number: 71631428
• Device Lot Number: 18HNG0061
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 08/11/2020
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 07/08/2020
• Initial Date FDA Received: 07/30/2020
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 12/09/2020
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 12/15/2020
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention