MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TWINFIX ULTRA HA 5.5 W/2 UB BLUE & BLK; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Model Number 72202626

Device Problem Break (1069)

Patient Problem Rupture (2208)

Event Date 11/14/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that during an arthroscopy, where a golden awl was used to prepare the insertion site, two (2) twinfix ultra anchors got broken while being inserted into the bone, event after proper procedure was followed by the surgeon.All the broken pieces were retrieved from the patient, easily using forceps.Surgery resumed after a non-significant delay with a back-up device in an additional drilled bone hole, however no voids were left in the patient.No further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

A device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for 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.The instructions for use were 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 and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A review of the material specifications found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with the provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.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.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.

• Brand Name: TWINFIX ULTRA HA 5.5 W/2 UB BLUE & BLK
• Type of Device: FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
• 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: 15929258
• MDR Text Key: 304951664
• Report Number: 1219602-2022-01912
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010647580
• UDI-Public: 03596010647580
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: IN
• PMA/PMN Number: K151105
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 04/26/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/06/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 72202626
• Device Catalogue Number: 72202626
• Device Lot Number: 2075670
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/25/2023
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/22/2021
• 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): Other