MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD. PICO 7 10CMX30CM; NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY POWERED SUCTION PUMP

Model Number 66022003

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Necrosis (1971); Impaired Healing (2378); Blister (4537); Eczema (4547)

Event Date 11/22/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, when removing a pico 7 day system 10x30cm us during a post-operative check up, it was found that the patient had large blister.A new dressing was applied and then the patient came back 7 days later and had a 6x6 wound with eschar.After this, patient needed irrigation and debridement.

Manufacturer Narrative

Additional information: d4 (udi number).Corrected data: b5, d1, d4 (catalog number), h6 (health effect - impact code).

Event Description

It was reported that, when removing a pico 7 10x30cm during a post-operative check up, it was found that the patient had large blister.A new dressing was applied and then the patient came back 7 days later and had a 6x6 wound with eschar.After this, patient needed irrigation and debridement.

Manufacturer Narrative

It was reported that, when removing a pico 7 10x30cm during a post-operative check up, it was found that the patient had large blister.A new dressing was applied and then the patient came back 7 days later and had a 6x6 wound with eschar.After this, patient needed irrigation and debridement.The device was not returned for analysis.We have therefore not been able to confirm a relationship between the event and the device, or identify a definitive root cause.A lot number for the device was not provided, therefore it was not possible to carry out a device history review.A complaint history review was carried out for the product family.There have been no further complaints reported with this issue in the past three years.A clinical/medical evaluation was conducted.This concluded that the information provided was insufficient to determine whether the patient¿s symptoms, signs or outcome are due to a pre-existing or concurrent medical or surgical condition or procedure, or to an adverse reaction to or experience with the device, one or more of its components, or its intended therapeutic action.Furthermore, the patient¿s outcome has not be provided.In view of this, the impact to the patient beyond the reported blister, eschar and the reported i&d cannot be confirmed nor concluded.A risk management review was conducted and which mitigated the reported issue with no further action or updates required.The ifu for pico 7 has been reviewed and contains comprehensive instructions on the safe operation and use of the device, including wound suitability, skin preparation and the correct manner to apply, change and remove the dressing.A review of records held concluded that there are no prior escalated actions related to this product and the reported event.The probable root cause for this complaint cannot be determined, however, possible related factors could be that the patient's skin was not adequately prepared and/or the dressing was applied, changed or removed in a manner not in accordance with the ifu.It might also be the case that the incorrect dressing was used for the level of wound.The users of the reported product are advised to consult the relevant ifu, to prevent future occurrences of the reported issue.No further actions by smith & nephew are deemed necessary at this stage.However, we will continue to monitor for any adverse trends relating to this product range.Smith & nephew acknowledge customer concern and are continually investigating ways to develop and improve our products.

Manufacturer Narrative

H6: health effect - clinical code: corrected.

Manufacturer Narrative

Corrected data: h6 (health effect - clinical code).

Manufacturer Narrative

Corrected data: h6 (health effect - clinical code).

• Brand Name: PICO 7 10CMX30CM
• Type of Device: NEGATIVE PRESSURE WOUND THERAPY POWERED SUCTION PUMP
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD.; 101 hessle road; hull east riding of yorkshire HU3 2 BN; UK HU3 2BN
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW MEDICAL LTD.; 101 hessle road; hull east riding of yorkshire HU3 2 BN; UK HU3 2BN
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 16063758
• MDR Text Key: 306295725
• Report Number: 8043484-2022-00206
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OMP
• UDI-Device Identifier: 05000223492182
• UDI-Public: 05000223492182
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 09/13/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/28/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 66022003
• Device Catalogue Number: 66022003
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/13/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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; Hospitalization
• Patient Sex: Female