MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII PS HI FLEX ISRT TR S3-4 11; TRAY, SURGICAL, INSTRUMENT

Model Number	71430409
Medical Device Problem Code	Crack (1135)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	11/16/2021
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the gii ps hi flex isrt tr s3-4 11 was cracked.It is unknown whether the event happened during surgery and if there was patient involvement.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal reference number: (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The associated device was returned and evaluated.The manufacturing process of the device did not contribute to the reported event.A visual inspection of the returned gii ps hi flex isrt tr s3-4 11 was conducted and confirmed the device has cracks/scratches in the plastic.This device also has extensive wear and usage.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.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.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.Additional information: d8/d9.

• Brand Name: GII PS HI FLEX ISRT TR S3-4 11
• Common Device Name: TRAY, SURGICAL, 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; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 12941106
• Report Number: 1020279-2021-08530
• Device Sequence Number: 4955971
• Product Code: FSM
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010493040
• UDI-Public: 03596010493040
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 02/16/2022

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 Number: 71430409
• Device Catalogue Number: 71430409
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 12/08/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/16/2021
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/19/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/06/2021
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/16/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown