MAUDE Adverse Event Report: STRYKER TRAUMA KIEL TIBIAL NAIL, STANDARD T2 TIBIA Ø10X345 MM; ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number 1822-1034S

Device Problem Mechanical Jam (2983)

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

Event Date 10/02/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Upon completion of the investigation, additional information will be provided in a supplemental report.

Event Description

It was reported that during implantation of a t2 tibial nail using the suprapatellar instrumentation the nail appeared to have gotten fused to the nail holding bolt and insertion arm.The staff spent 10-15 minutes attempting to disengage the nail but were unable to.They elected to use the standard approach with a new nail.The nail was able to be disengaged after it was returned to stryker (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event could not be confirmed, since the returned device is conforming to specifications and fully functional.The device inspection revealed the following: the devices were returned in disassembled condition.The received device shows signs of usage evident by scratches on nail body and near the point of contact between the nail holding screw pegs and tibial nail.Overall, the device is in good condition.The received tibia nail was assembled.The nail was in loose condition but engaged in the corresponding pegs of the handle and could be disassembled easily.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.The instructions for use instructs user that: ¿ensure that you are familiar with the intended uses, indications/contraindications, compatibility and correct handling of the implant, which are described in the operative technique manual for the product system.Please remember that product systems may be subject to alterations that affect the compatibility of the implant with other implants or with instruments¿.Based on investigation, the root cause was attributed to a user related issue.The failure was caused by improper handling.If any further information is provided, the complaint report will be updated.

Event Description

It was reported that during implantation of a t2 tibial nail using the suprapatellar instrumentation the nail appeared to have gotten fused to the nail holding bolt and insertion arm.The staff spent 10-15 minutes attempting to disengage the nail but were unable to.They elected to use the standard approach with a new nail.The nail was able to be disengaged after it was returned to stryker canada.

• Brand Name: TIBIAL NAIL, STANDARD T2 TIBIA Ø10X345 MM
• Type of Device: ROD, FIXATION, INTRAMEDULLARY AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): STRYKER TRAUMA KIEL; prof. kuentscher-strasse 1-5; schoenkirchen/kiel D-242 32; GM D-24232
• Manufacturer (Section G): STRYKER TRAUMA KIEL; prof. kuentscher-strasse 1-5; schoenkirchen/kiel D-242 32; GM D-24232
• Manufacturer Contact: sharon rivas ; 325 corporate drive; mahwah, NJ 07430 ; 2018315000
• MDR Report Key: 12786411
• MDR Text Key: 282198893
• Report Number: 0009610622-2021-00782
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HSB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 04546540197917
• UDI-Public: 04546540197917
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: K003018
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/10/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 1822-1034S
• Device Catalogue Number: 18221034S
• Device Lot Number: K07465B
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 11/10/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 10/13/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/10/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 01/12/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 02/10/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/21/2021
• 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