MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LAG SCREW DRIVER; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71674067

Device Problem Material Deformation (2976)

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

Event Date 04/30/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during use, the retaining rod of a lag screw driver is damaged at the end and wont screw into the screw.The procedure was completed, without delay, using a s+n back-up device.Patient was not harmed.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device, used in treatment, was returned for evaluation.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The tip of the device is fractured, rendering the device inoperable.The device shows signs of extensive use.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal any manufacturing or material abnormalities that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.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.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.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: LAG SCREW DRIVER
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• MDR Report Key: 11846527
• MDR Text Key: 251368811
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-04404
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010560605
• UDI-Public: 03596010560605
• 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,foreig
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 06/29/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 05/19/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71674067
• Device Catalogue Number: 71674067
• Device Lot Number: 13JSP0005
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 05/28/2021
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/28/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1