MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. DRILL GUIDE HANDLE; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71674001

Device Problem Material Deformation (2976)

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

Event Date 04/05/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during inspection these devices were found with an issue.Drill guide handle (case (b)(4)), and impactor (case (b)(4)) were found with damaged threads and do not screw together properly.The short hexdriver (case (b)(4)) was found with the connecter end broken.The intertan 3.2mm guide pin sleeve (case (b)(4)) did not enter a sleeve properly and the 12.5mm entry reamer (case (b)(4)) had nicks and cuts.No case reported; therefore, there was no patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

The associated device, intended for use in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device threads are damaged, rendering the device inoperative.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.At this time, we do not have 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.Should 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.

• Brand Name: DRILL GUIDE HANDLE
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11729570
• MDR Text Key: 247499987
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-03480
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010560469
• UDI-Public: 03596010560469
• 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: 05/20/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/26/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71674001
• Device Catalogue Number: 71674001
• Device Lot Number: 19CCL0003
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 04/19/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/19/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1