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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. HEALICOIL RSB SA 5.5MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BLK; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. HEALICOIL RSB SA 5.5MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BLK; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE Back to Search Results
Model Number 72203708
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes Rupture (2208); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 01/31/2023
Type of Reportable Event Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during an unspecified procedure, while the surgeon was tightening the knot, the healicoil anchor broke and pulled out.The surgery was resumed, without any delay, with a back-up device.No further complications were reported.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference case (b)(4).
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a rotator cuff repair, while the surgeon was tightening the knot, the healicoil anchor broke inside the patient and pulled out.The broken pieces were removed from the patient using tweezers.The surgery was resumed, without any delay, using a back-up device in a new hole, so a small hole was left in the patient.No further complications were reported.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).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 compounded polymer, regenesorb 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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Brand Name
HEALICOIL RSB SA 5.5MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BLK
Common Device Name
FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, 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 Key16405986
Report Number1219602-2023-00213
Device Sequence Number20241925
Product Code MAI
UDI-Device Identifier00885554031423
UDI-Public00885554031423
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountrySF
PMA/510(K) Number
K123393
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Serviced by Third Party (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Physician
Type of Report Initial,Followup,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 05/02/2023
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Is this an Adverse Event Report? Yes
Is this a Product Problem Report? Yes
Operator of Device Health Professional
Device Expiration Date02/03/2025
Device Model Number72203708
Device Catalogue Number72203708
Device Lot Number2085282
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 01/31/2023
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer02/20/2023
04/27/2023
Initial Report FDA Received Date02/20/2023
Supplement Report FDA Received Date02/22/2023
05/02/2023
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured02/03/2022
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 Number1
Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event Required Intervention;
Patient SexUnknown
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