MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. DEPTH GAUGE FOR 2.4MM AND 2.7MM SCREWS; GAUGE, DEPTH

Model Number 71174928

Device Problems Break (1069); Material Twisted/Bent (2981)

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

Event Date 02/10/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, the measuring end of a depth gauge for 2.4mm and 2.7mm screws was bent severely and when bent back broke in half.This happened after procedure.No further complications reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Investigation results: the device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, the product analysis and the reported event could not be confirmed at this time.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.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: DEPTH GAUGE FOR 2.4MM AND 2.7MM SCREWS
• Type of Device: GAUGE, DEPTH
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11431019
• MDR Text Key: 238307254
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-01835
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HTJ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556387696
• UDI-Public: 00885556387696
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• 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: 04/14/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 03/08/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71174928
• Device Catalogue Number: 71174928
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/01/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1