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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BIOSURE PK 10 X 25MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BIOSURE PK 10 X 25MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 72202276
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 08/01/2023
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the biosure pk screw broke during insertion.All the components were removed from the patient.The procedure was completed with non-significant delay.It is unknown if there was a back up device available.No further complications were reported.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H6, health effect - impact code updated.H3, 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.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 tensile strength and impact strength are specified and each batch of raw material must be accompanied by a certificate of analysis.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
BIOSURE PK 10 X 25MM
Common Device Name
FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, 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 Key17620298
Report Number1219602-2023-01614
Device Sequence Number18028688
Product Code MBI
UDI-Device Identifier03596010622112
UDI-Public03596010622112
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryPL
PMA/510(K) Number
K083635
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 Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 12/19/2023
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 Catalogue Number72202276
Device Lot Number51064914
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer Not provided
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer12/12/2023
Initial Report FDA Received Date08/24/2023
Supplement Report FDA Received Date12/19/2023
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured09/11/2022
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
Patient SexUnknown
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