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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BIOSURE REGEN SCREW 5 X 20MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
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| Model Number |
72204389 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Rupture (2208)
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| Date of Event |
01/20/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during a haglund deformity repair, where a tendon transfer technique to augment the achilles tendon was used; after measuring the graft, drilling the bone tunnel and passing the graft, when the guide pin of a biosure regenesorb screw was attempted to be inserted, the screw shattered and therefore was not usable.Surgery continued without any delay, after the broken pieces were removed; with a s+n back-up device by redrilling with a cannulated drill to insert a biceptor tenodesis screw.No further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H6: 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 no 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 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.
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