MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ULTRA FAST-FIX ASSY - REVERSE CURVE; SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE

Model Number	72201492
Medical Device Problem Code	Failure to Fire (2610)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/28/2023
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy the t2 anchor of the ultra fast-fix assy - reverse curve couldn't be deployed.The procedure was completed using a back-up device.It is unknown if there was any surgical delay, and no further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.There was no relationship found between the device and the reported event.A visual evaluation of the device showed the t1, t2, and suture are still on the needle.The t1 is at the tip of the needle and the t2 has been pushed forward onto the dimple behind the t1.The variable depth straw has been trimmed.A functional evaluation of the device, using a simulation meniscus, showed the t1 was deployed and implanted as intended.The actuator moved the t2 into position, was deployed, and implanted as intended.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.The instructions for use was 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.The complaint was not confirmed and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.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.

• Brand Name: ULTRA FAST-FIX ASSY - REVERSE CURVE
• Common Device Name: SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE
• 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: 16753577
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-00556
• Device Sequence Number: 20971382
• Product Code: GAT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010597212
• UDI-Public: 03596010597212
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K072322
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/20/2023

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
• Device Expiration Date: 09/16/2026
• Device Model Number: 72201492
• Device Catalogue Number: 72201492
• Device Lot Number: 2079115
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/28/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/19/2023
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/17/2023
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/20/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/16/2021
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown