MAUDE Adverse Event Report: DEPUY MITEK LLC US REMOTE CONTROL; FOOT-SWITCH, ELECTRICAL

Model Number	283551
Medical Device Problem Codes	Break (1069); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	09/28/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported by the sales rep that during a rotator cuff repair procedure on (b)(6)2020, it was observed that the remote control device was damaged; and its cap on the cord to plug into the console fell off.There were no adverse patient consequences nor surgical delay reported.No additional information was provided.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Udi: (b)(4).Reporter is a j&j sales representative.The device manufacture date is currently unavailable.To date the device has not been returned.If the device or further details are received at a later date a supplemental medwatch will be sent.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Investigation summary : the device was returned to mitek for evaluation.Mitek then conducted visual inspection and functional test of device received.Upon visual inspection, the control is observed in a different color, which makes it look old.Also, it was found that the connector fischer cap was not attached in the cord.It was functionally tested with a pump several times; as a result, the control was recognized, but it revealed that the buttons for run and suction, and speed were difficult to press them.Manufacturing record evaluation is not required as the reported event is not associated with the manufacturing process and/or the potential cause of the defect cannot be associated to manufacturing.Based on the visual results, this complaint can be confirmed and a definitive root cause for the issue reported cannot be established.Since the condition of the device, the failure can be attributed to wear as well as heavily use of the connector part.As per ifu: inspect all equipment and cables periodically for wear.If damage is noted, replace or return to repair service center.Inspect before sterilization or storage to ensure the complete removal of soil from surfaces and holes.At this point in time, no corrective action is required, and no further action is warranted.However, in depuy synthes mitek, additional complaint information monitoring for potential safety signals is conducted through complaint trending as part of post market surveillance.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.D9, h3, h6: the actual device has been returned and is currently pending evaluation.Once reliability engineering evaluates the device, a supplemental medwatch report will be sent accordingly.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.

• Brand Name: REMOTE CONTROL
• Common Device Name: FOOT-SWITCH, ELECTRICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): DEPUY MITEK LLC US; 325 paramount drive; raynham MA 02767
• Manufacturer (Section G): DEPUY MITEK LLC US; 325 paramount drive; raynham MA 02767
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 325 paramount drive; raynham, MA 02767 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 15598773
• Report Number: 1221934-2022-03127
• Device Sequence Number: 2136304
• Product Code: HRX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10886705016990
• UDI-Public: 10886705016990
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: CA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K041824
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup

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: 283551
• Device Catalogue Number: 283551
• Device Lot Number: L07AB0056
• 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: 09/30/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/19/2022; 11/06/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/13/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 10/20/2022; 11/07/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown