MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BOXED F/R BL 4.5MM SERIES 3000 /6; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 7206011

Device Problem Device Contaminated During Manufacture or Shipping (2969)

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

Event Date 01/29/2021

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

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Event Description

It was reported that, during set up for surgery, when the package was opened, the surgeon found that the tip of the "4.5mm full radius disposable blades" was dirty.The procedure was successfully completed without delay using a back-up device.No patient injuries or other complications were reported.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 received for evaluation.A visual inspection revealed the device was not returned with original packaging and the device does not have signs of discoloration and no indications of dirt.No physical damage is visible to the device.A functional evaluation of the returned device is not applicable as a visual failure was reported.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat issue.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 was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the inspection process found that each component should be visually inspected for all non-conforming attributes defined in the procedure.It was determined the device did not contribute to the reported event.The complaint was not confirmed and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.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.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: BOXED F/R BL 4.5MM SERIES 3000 /6
• Type of Device: SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES
• 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: 11349111
• MDR Text Key: 232575679
• Report Number: 1219602-2021-00360
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HAB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010440242
• UDI-Public: 03596010440242
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/08/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 02/19/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 06/16/2022
• Device Model Number: 7206011
• Device Catalogue Number: 7206011
• Device Lot Number: 50845861
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/07/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/16/2019
• 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