MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. META ANTERIOR DROP; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71654501

Device Problems Connection Problem (2900); Naturally Worn (2988)

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

Event Date 03/23/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, a meta anterior drop ((b)(4)) and a semiextended drill guide (semiextended drill guide) will not lock in place, both items are worn.A backup device was available, there was no delay or harm.

Event Description

It was reported that, a meta anterior drop will not lock in place, item is worn.A backup device was available, there was no delay or harm.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, used in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.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 is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, used in treatment, was returned for evaluation a visual inspection of the returned device confirms some nicks, scratches and gouges in the device.The device exhibits signs of normal wear/usage.A functional inspection of the returned device could not confirm the stated failure mode.The device functioned as intended with all mating parts.A review of complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.The device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries and cleaning cycles.As plastics are vulnerable and crack may have initiated during use and possible causes could be due to the heating and cooling associated with autoclaving or prolonged use.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: META ANTERIOR DROP
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11683486
• MDR Text Key: 245997992
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-03059
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010585820
• UDI-Public: 03596010585820
• 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,Followup
• Report Date: 10/08/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/18/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71654501
• Device Catalogue Number: 71654501
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 09/28/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 10/07/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1