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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. CANN BARREL GUIDE-2 PIECE; PLATE, FIXATION, BONE

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. CANN BARREL GUIDE-2 PIECE; PLATE, FIXATION, BONE Back to Search Results
Model Number 71110060
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 11/12/2021
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that after trauma surgery, the cann barrel guide-2 piece broke apart.Since incident occurred after the procedure, there was no patient involvement.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device was not returned for evaluation but the pictures were reviewed, and the broken device was 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.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.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.Since the device broke apart, and cannot be used in the procedure anymore, the contribution of the device to the reported event could be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.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.We consider this investigation closed.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Results of investigation: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the device was conducted and confirmed the device is broken in half, rendering it inoperative.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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 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 be corroborated as the device shows signs of damage/wear.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.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.
 
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Brand Name
CANN BARREL GUIDE-2 PIECE
Common Device Name
PLATE, FIXATION, BONE
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 Key12908675
Report Number1020279-2021-08453
Device Sequence Number3992680
Product Code HRS
UDI-Device Identifier03596010173089
UDI-Public03596010173089
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryUK
PMA/510(K) Number
K123055
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Other,Foreign,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 03/17/2022
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
Operator of Device Health Professional
Device Model Number71110060
Device Catalogue Number71110060
Device Lot Number20FM11885
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 11/12/2021
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer02/09/2022
03/07/2022
Initial Report FDA Received Date12/01/2021
Supplement Report FDA Received Date02/09/2022
03/17/2022
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured06/16/2020
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) No
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device A
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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