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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 32 +4; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 32 +4; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER Back to Search Results
Model Number 71369716
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 12/08/2021
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during field inspection, it was found that the bottom piece of a mi trial fem head 36 +0, a mi trial fem head 32 -3 and a mi trial fem head 32 +4 is broken so the neck trials cannot stay attached to them (case: (b)(4)).No case involved; therefore, there was no patient involvement.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference case: (b)(4).
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection was conducted and confirmed the device is broken, rendering the device inoperable.This device also shows signs of significant wear and usage.A review of complaint history did not reveal similar events for the listed device.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
MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 32 +4
Common Device Name
PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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 Key13094878
Report Number1020279-2021-08888
Device Sequence Number19347530
Product Code HRY
UDI-Device Identifier03596010555625
UDI-Public03596010555625
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryUS
PMA/510(K) Number
K121393
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 02/11/2022
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 Number71369716
Device Catalogue Number71369716
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Date Returned to Manufacturer01/24/2022
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 12/08/2021
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer02/08/2022
Initial Report FDA Received Date12/28/2021
Supplement Report FDA Received Date02/11/2022
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 A
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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