MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE; PASSER

Model Number 7209485

Device Problems Solder Joint Fracture (2324); Material Split, Cut or Torn (4008)

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

Event Date 11/16/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, during surgery, when the package of the set meniscus mender ii disposable was opened, it was found that the needle and shaft were separated.The malfunction was solved with a back up device and a delay shorter than 30 minutes.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: h3, h6: the reported device was returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation.There was a relationship found between the device and the reported event.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.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 device drawings found a stress relief collar is now attached at the connection between the shaft and the hub of the suture capture loop.This design change was implemented as a result of a corrective action initiated to address the reported issue.A review of the customer provided image found the kit is in it's plastic holder.The suture loops are separated between the shaft and the hub.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The suture loops are separated between the shaft and the hub.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with device design.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.A corrective action for this failure mode is in place.

• Brand Name: SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE
• Type of Device: PASSER
• 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: 10971710
• MDR Text Key: 220493762
• Report Number: 1219602-2020-02008
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HWQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010468482
• UDI-Public: 03596010468482
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K885311
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 12/15/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/08/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 7209485
• Device Catalogue Number: 7209485
• Device Lot Number: 2037272
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/14/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/22/2019
• 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