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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SCREW BIOSURE REGENESORB 10MM X 30MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
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| Model Number |
72204409 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
12/28/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an arthroscopy, when placing the biosure regenesorb, it did not advanced, upon checking it was found that it got fractured.The procedure was completed with a non significant delay using a back-up device.Pieces were removed.No patient complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).B5: updated.H10 h3, h6: the reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.It was determined the device did not contribute to the reported event.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat issue.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A review of risk management found that the anticipated risk level is no longer adequate.A review of the polymer found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.A review of the customer provided image found a screw fractured into two pieces.A review of the complaint revealed there were no patient injuries reported and no apparent patient impact based on the details provided.Therefore, no further medical assessment is warranted.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device, excessive torque on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, off-axis insertion, improper preparation of the insertion site, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an arthroscopy, when placing the biosure regenesorb, it did not advanced and upon further checking it was found that it got fractured.The procedure was completed with a non significant delay using a back-up device.All the pieces were removed from the patient.No further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.It was determined the device contributed to the reported event.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.The instructions for use was reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.A risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the polymer found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The device is fractured at the distal end.There is debris on the device.A review of the customer provided image found a screw fractured into two pieces.A review of the complaint revealed there were no patient injuries reported and no apparent patient impact based on the details provided.Therefore, no further medical assessment is warranted.The complaint was confirmed, and the root cause was associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device, excessive torque on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, off-axis insertion, improper preparation of the insertion site, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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