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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JRNY II BCS ART ISRT TRL SZ 7-8 9MM LT; PROST, KNEE, PATFEMTIBIAL, SEMI-CNSTRND, CMNTD, POLY/MET/POLY
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| Model Number |
74035281 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
11/17/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the journey ii bcs art insert trial size 7-8 9mm left broke.It is unknown whether the incident happened or not in a surgical environment or if there was any patient involved.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, intended use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation, the reported event could not be confirmed.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the products failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely 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.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Without the actual product involved, our investigation cannot proceed.If the device or new information is received in the future, this complaint can be re-opened.We consider this investigation closed.
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