MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LAG SCREW DRILL SLEEVE; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71674523

Device Problems Loose or Intermittent Connection (1371); Connection Problem (2900)

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

Event Date 01/03/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, a lag screw drill sleeve was popping out of drops in the jig.Incident occurred during use with instruments outside the patient.The procedure was successfully completed without delay using a back-up device.No patient injury or other complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, used in treatment, was returned for evaluation.A visual inspection of the returned device could not confirm the stated failure mode but could confirm that the device has scratches on it.The device shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device was paired with the mating part but could not function, rendering the device inoperable.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.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.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaints will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for these complaints; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: LAG SCREW DRILL SLEEVE
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11205393
• MDR Text Key: 227919742
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-00517
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556363249
• UDI-Public: 00885556363249
• 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,health
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/10/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/20/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71674523
• Device Catalogue Number: 71674523
• Device Lot Number: 19CCT0052
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/13/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/29/2021
• Patient Sequence Number: 1