MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. META-TAN 10MM X 34CM RIGHT; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 71640634

Device Problem Osseointegration Problem (3003)

Patient Problem Pain (1994)

Event Date 08/31/2021

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, after trauma surgery was performed on (b)(6) 2020, the patient experienced pain on (b)(6) 2021.This adverse event was treated by conducting a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2021.The surgeon determined this failure was due to a non-union.Patient's current health status is unknown.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device did not confirm the stated failure mode.The dimensional evaluation of the device could not confirm the stated failure mode.Even though the device was fractured, it was still found to be within tolerance at key features.A review of complaint history for the part number over the past 12 months and for the batch number based on historical data of the device did not reveal similar events for the listed device.The clinical/medical evaluation concluded that no relevant supporting clinical information has been provided to assist with a clinical investigation.The patient's current condition is unknown and the patient impact beyond the reported events could not be determined based on the limited information provided.Per case details, the failure was due to a non-union.However, based on insufficient information, a thorough clinical assessment cannot be performed at this time.Should any additional clinical information be provided this complaint will be re-evaluated.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.A review of the risk management file and instructions for use document revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.A contribution of the device to the reported event could not be corroborated.Factors and/or some potential probable causes that could contribute to the reported event have been identified as but not limited to abnormal motion over time, bone degeneration, fit/sizing, lack of ingrowth, and traumatic injury.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 future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.Internal reference number: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: META-TAN 10MM X 34CM RIGHT
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 12537409
• MDR Text Key: 273534157
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-07191
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556340196
• UDI-Public: 00885556340196
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K092748
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/17/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/27/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71640634
• Device Catalogue Number: 71640634
• Device Lot Number: 18MM05401
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/16/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/10/2018
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Hospitalization; Other
• Patient Sex: Female