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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII TIB DRILL GUIDE SZ 6; PROSTH, KNEE, PATE/FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, UNCEM, PORO, COAT, POLY/METAL/POLY
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| Model Number |
71440240 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Reprocessing Problem (1091)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
03/10/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the instrument cannot be disassembled for cleaning and has no rinsing channels.No case or patient involved.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, a product analysis could not be performed at this time and the reported event could not be confirmed.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A review of the complaint history for the listed part revealed no prior complaints for the listed failure mode with the same batch number.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.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation warranted for this complaint; however we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: after further assessment of the information gathered by the manufacturer, it was identified that this event should be re-evaluated for mdr reporting.The original information stated that seven (7) genesis ii tibial drill guides, from sizes 2 to 8, are difficult to reprocess as designed because cannot be disassembled and do not have rinsing channels.As this was noticed upon cleaning and sterilization, no patient was involved.However, after further clarification and information received, it was determined that the issue does not meet the criteria to be reportable, since there was not patient involvement; and therefore, there was no serious injury.Moreover, if the device malfunction were to recur, it would not be likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury.
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