MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. OBTURATOR; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

Model Number	71674078
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	02/03/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, a t-handle has broken tabs ((b)(4)), the ruler has broken thread ((b)(4)), the entry portal is broken at shaft and head connection ((b)(4)) and the handle obturator does not connect and disconnect properly ((b)(4)).As this was noticed upon field inspection, there was not any patient involved.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The threaded end of the shaft is fractured and jammed into the knob, rendering the device inoperative.The device shows signs of extensive use.The shaft was not returned.A review of complaint history for the previous 12 months 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.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: OBTURATOR
• Common Device Name: ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL 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, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 14131671
• Report Number: 1020279-2022-01822
• Device Sequence Number: 2427449
• Product Code: LXH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010560742
• UDI-Public: 03596010560742
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/06/2022

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: 71674078
• Device Catalogue Number: 71674078
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/23/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/03/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/16/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 06/06/2022
• 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 Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown