MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SCR BIORCI-HA 8X30 STERILE; SCREW, FIXATION, BONE

Model Number	7207679
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/01/2021
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference case-(b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during an apl procedure, the biorci screw broke on the third turn.The broken pieces were retrieved using tweezers, pickups and suction.The procedure was completed with a backup device using the same bone hole and no delay nor further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported device, used in treatment, was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.A review of the complaint found that the broken screw fragments were retrieved from the patient and the procedure was completed with a back-up device.No patient injuries or adverse consequences were reported.Since no patient injuries are being reported no further clinical/medical assessment is warranted at this time.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review concluded this was an isolated event.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A review of risk management files found that the reported failure was documented appropriately.A review of the polymer specifications found that the storage protocols, material specifications, and material tests were appropriately documented.A relationship, if any, between the subject device and the reported event could not be determined.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.

• Brand Name: SCR BIORCI-HA 8X30 STERILE
• Common Device Name: SCREW, FIXATION, BONE
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• MDR Report Key: 12039756
• Report Number: 1219602-2021-01402
• Device Sequence Number: 19830571
• Product Code: HWC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010459978
• UDI-Public: 03596010459978
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: WA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K002274
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: health professional,user faci
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/27/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 11/05/2025
• Device Model Number: 7207679
• Device Catalogue Number: 7207679
• Device Lot Number: 50904597
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/01/2021
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/27/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/22/2021
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/27/2021
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other; Required Intervention