MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE; PASSER

Model Number	7209485
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	08/13/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a meniscal repair procedure, two (2) meniscus mender sets broke.The first broke off when it was inserted into the needle.The second, both wire loops were removed and also broke with no force.The procedure was completed with a significant delay using a smith and nephew back-up device.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).Medwatch reference number: mw5112668.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the device drawings found a stress relief collar is now attached at the connection between the shaft and the hub of the suture capture loop.This design change was implemented as a result of a corrective action initiated to address the reported issue.The root cause was associated with device design.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.A corrective action for this failure mode is in place.

• Brand Name: SET MENISCUS MENDER II DISPOSABLE
• Common Device Name: PASSER
• 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: 15793434
• Report Number: 1219602-2022-01725
• Device Sequence Number: 3089904
• Product Code: HWQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010468482
• UDI-Public: 03596010468482
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: WI
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K885311
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Nurse
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/11/2023

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 Expiration Date: 04/22/2024
• Device Model Number: 7209485
• Device Catalogue Number: 7209485
• Device Lot Number: 2031439
• 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: 10/24/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/09/2023
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/14/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/11/2023
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/22/2019
• 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
• Patient Sex: Unknown