MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TEAR DROP SCREWDRIVER HANDLE; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71173543

Device Problems Defective Device (2588); Connection Problem (2900)

Patient Problem No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Date 10/20/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that a 2.5mm hex driver long got stuck in handle and would not release.Fault in device was noticed after procedure.The procedure was completed with the same device, therefore, no backup was needed.No surgical delay or injury to the patient was reported.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: the associated device, used in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device is stuck to its mating component, rendering the device inoperative.The device shows signs of extensive use.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.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 do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.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: TEAR DROP SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 10818505
• MDR Text Key: 215589840
• Report Number: 1020279-2020-06351
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010519610
• UDI-Public: 03596010519610
• 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,user f
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/23/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/10/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71173543
• Device Catalogue Number: 71173543
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 11/11/2020
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/23/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: HEX DRIVER; HEX DRIVER