MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. 4.0 X 22 SELFTAP COR SCR TI; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71754022

Device Problem Failure to Align (2522)

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

Event Date 08/17/2020

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that when using the sn device trigen screw for humeral nailing, the first screw used for distal screwing became unsuitable for the screwdriver that is normally designed to lock into the screw.The screw when used was then lost inside the patient's arm.It was difficult to remove it.At first, the team thought that the screwdriver had been misused.The procedure continued without problems for the insertion of the other screws, until the first screw removed was reused.The same problem occurred again: screw lost in the patient.This screw was successfully removed again.After further observation and handling, it was found that the screw appears to have a defect that causes it to detach at an angle from the screwdriver to which it is supposed to be firmly attached.There were no consequences for the patient despite the longer operating time and the risk of injury during the search for the screw.Smith and nephew backup device was used.It is unknown how long was the delay reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The associated device, used in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned 4.0 x 22 selftap cor screw could not confirm the stated failure.This device exhibits signs of damage from attempted use.The clinical medical investigation concluded that, per complaint details, we are currently unable to rule out a procedural variance as a contributing factor to the reported event, which does not represent a device malfunction.Based on the information provided, there were no consequences for the patient despite the longer operating time and the risk of injury during the search for the screw.According to the report the lost screw was recovered.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.Per communications, it was reported a smith and nephew backup device was used to complete the procedure and there was a delay less than or equal to 30 minutes reported.Should any additional medical information be provided this compliant will be re-assessed.An additional product evaluation by manufacturing quality found significant damage within the hex of the part and the cause of the damaged could not be determined.It could be concluded that the damage occurred after the manufacturing of the part due to the exposed material which does not contain the anodize color inside.A review of complaint history on the listed part revealed no prior complaints for the listed batch with the same failure mode.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This issue was evaluated through our internal nonconformance process and determined to be isolated at this time.A review of the risk management file and instructions for use documents revealed this failure mode was previously identified.Some potential probable causes for this event could include improper handling or surgical technique.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should 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: 4.0 X 22 SELFTAP COR SCR TI
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 10558349
• MDR Text Key: 207687356
• Report Number: 1020279-2020-04734
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010514288
• UDI-Public: 03596010514288
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K032722
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: foreign,health professional,u
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/19/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/20/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71754022
• Device Catalogue Number: 71754022
• Device Lot Number: 20BM08415
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 10/06/2020
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/18/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other