MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. DRILL FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPIC CANN 9MM; BIT, DRILL

Model Number	7209738
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/01/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during an acl surgery in the femoral codyle area, when starting to ream the femur tunnel, the drill flexible endoscopic broke off.All the pieces were removed from the patient using an auger entering 4.5mm from the outside in, pushing the piece of the auger 9.0mm.Surgery was resumed, after a non-significant delay, with a back-up device (drill 8.5mm flexible femur).No patient complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference case (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).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 customer provided image found markings on the device confirming the product identification information.The drill bit is fractured from the shaft of the device.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The markings on the device confirm the product identification information.The drill bit is fractured from the shaft of the device.Per case details, the broken pieces were retrieved from the patient.The procedure was completed using a back-up device.Since no patient injuries are being reported no further clinical/medical assessment is warranted at this time.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 an application of unintended inappropriate or excessive force to the device, an impact event inconsistent with normal use, wear from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling, or inadequate routine maintenance.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.

• Brand Name: DRILL FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPIC CANN 9MM
• Common Device Name: BIT, DRILL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 13852686
• Report Number: 1219602-2022-00411
• Device Sequence Number: 11113670
• Product Code: HTW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010541994
• UDI-Public: 03596010541994
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 04/26/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 7209738
• Device Catalogue Number: 7209738
• Device Lot Number: 50502484
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/01/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/25/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/22/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/26/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/24/2014
• 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
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown