MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SCR BIORCI-HA 8X30 STERILE; SCREW, FIXATION, BONE

Model Number	7207679
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	04/26/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an unspecified procedure, the 'biorci' screw thread broke while implantation.The procedure was completed using a back-up device, but it is unknown if there was a surgical delay.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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 returned screw has damage to the threads curving around a portion of the circumference.There is debris on the device.Based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, additional material testing is not required.A review of the customer provided image finds a screw in a plastic bag, there is some deformation visible on the proximal end of the screw.The plastic bag is sitting on a smith + nephew box with labelling confirming the product identification information.This case reports the breakage of a biorci screw thread during implantation.Reportedly, the surgical procedure was completed with a back-up device and it is unknown if a procedural delay occurred.It has not been reported whether the broken screw threads were retrieved from the patient.If a portion of the biorci screw remains retained in the patient, it is made of a biocomposite material which is intended for implantation to allow for bone ingrowth.If the screw threads were retained it is unknown if the biorci screw threads will migrate and there is potential risk for tissue inflammation and/or pain.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 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.

• Brand Name: SCR BIORCI-HA 8X30 STERILE
• Common Device Name: SCREW, FIXATION, BONE
• 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: 14414774
• Report Number: 1219602-2022-00729
• Device Sequence Number: 14840995
• Product Code: HWC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010459978
• UDI-Public: 03596010459978
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K002274
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/20/2022

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 Expiration Date: 08/26/2025
• Device Model Number: 7207679
• Device Catalogue Number: 7207679
• Device Lot Number: 50891935
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/26/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/17/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 05/17/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 06/21/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/26/2020
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 45 YR
• Patient Sex: Male