MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BL; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	72203697
Medical Device Problem Code	Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/14/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy before the healicoil anchor was inserted into the bone hole, the anchor and the distal tip of the shaft were found to be bent when checked with an image generated by the camera used for endoscopic surgery.The procedure was completed without delay using a backup device, and no further complications were reported.Per preliminary results of the investigation, it was revealed that the anchor is fractured at the distal end.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual inspection of the returned device found that it is not in its original packaging.The insertion device, fractured anchor and suture material were returned.The distal end of the insertion device is deformed.The anchor is fractured at the distal end.There is debris on all returned items.Based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, it was determined the device damage was caused by the application of improper/excessive force.Additional material testing is not required.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.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 storage conditions and composition test requirements with a specified expiration date for each lot.The root cause was associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include unintended excessive force on insertion or off-axial insertion.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BL
• 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 Key: 17392655
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-01323
• Device Sequence Number: 6779750
• Product Code: MAI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885554031393
• UDI-Public: 885554031393
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K123393
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• 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
• Report Date (Section B): 11/09/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 06/17/2024
• Device Catalogue Number: 72203697
• Device Lot Number: 2074208
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/30/2023
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/20/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/06/2023
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 07/25/2023
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 11/09/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/17/2021
• 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 Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown