MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHROCARE CORP. DISPOSABLE KIT FOR 1.8MM SHOULDER Q-FIX; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

Catalog Number 25-1810

Device Problem Break (1069)

Patient Problems Perforation (2001); Rupture (2208)

Event Date 05/02/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during a shoulder arthroscopy, the q-fix guide was inserted and began to drill with the accompanied drill bit from the disposable kit.There wasn't success drilling the pilot hole since the drill bit broke.However, nothing broke off into the patient's shoulder.The procedure was completed using a backup device use in a new drilled bone hole.This resulted in a non-significant surgical delay and no further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).The reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.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 clinical review states per case details the drill bit did not break off into the patient's shoulder.The procedure was completed using a back-up device.It was also reported that an additional bone hole was required to complete the procedure and the impact to the patient is expected to be minimal.No adverse consequences were reported.Since no patient injuries are being reported no further clinical/medical assessment is warranted at this time.A review of the customer provided images shows a used q-fix with a broken drill bit.It was determined the device contributed to the reported event.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: 1) incorrect bone hole preparation.2) improper depth insertion.3)excessive force.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.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference (b)(4).

• Brand Name: DISPOSABLE KIT FOR 1.8MM SHOULDER Q-FIX
• Type of Device: ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHROCARE CORP.; 7000 w. william cannon; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHROCARE CORP.; 7000 w. william cannon; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 14455269
• MDR Text Key: 292165413
• Report Number: 3006524618-2022-00245
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LXH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556724613
• UDI-Public: 885556724613
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 06/27/2022

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
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 06/19/2024
• Device Catalogue Number: 25-1810
• Device Lot Number: 2074995
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 05/02/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 05/20/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 06/24/2022; 06/24/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 06/27/2022; 06/27/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/19/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention