MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SS META SEMIEXTENDED DRILL GUIDE PROBE; ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT

Model Number 71692803

Device Problem Device Displays Incorrect Message (2591)

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

Event Date 11/04/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that, during surgery, a ss meta semiextended drill guide probe displayed error message indicating failure while in use.After disconnect and connect to the another probe sensor port on the interface, it was the same.Surgery was finished with a back-up device, with less than 5 minutes of surgical delay.Patient was not injured as consequence of this problem.

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device, but no similar events for the batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Damage from misuse, a broken wire in a cable, a damaged connector, software not programmed correctly, software not updated, connection or mechanical issues, or an open circuit on the data line are likely probable causes of the reported event.The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or 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.Additional information: d3.

• Brand Name: SS META SEMIEXTENDED DRILL GUIDE PROBE
• Type of Device: ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT
• 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: 12857785
• MDR Text Key: 281153927
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-08317
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OLO
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010648136
• UDI-Public: 03596010648136
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K100107
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/14/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/22/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 71692803
• Device Catalogue Number: 71692803
• Device Lot Number: 20CK00047
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/11/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Age: 75 YR
• Patient Sex: Male