MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. 1.8MM PERC INSERT KIT FOR FIBERTAK; MANUAL INSTR, GENERAL SURGICAL

Model Number	1.8MM PERC INSERT KIT FOR FIBERTAK
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/11/2023
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On (b)(6) 2023, it was reported by a sales representative via email that an ar-3610pk-3, 1.8mm perc insert kit for fibertak, drill bit broke.This occurred during right wrist arthroscopy and tfcc repair on (b)(6) 2023.Fibertak percutaneous insertion kit was opened and loaded in chuck attachment.It jammed up in trocar in kit and the end in the chuck broke between the chuck and bumper (see photo).Procedure was completed successfully with no patient harm by opening and using another identical and new product.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be determined as the device was not returned for evaluation.The root cause of the event could not be determined from the information available and without device evaluation.If the device becomes available for evaluation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6 based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to excessive user-applied mechanical forces.The complaint allegation is confirmed.

• Brand Name: 1.8MM PERC INSERT KIT FOR FIBERTAK
• Common Device Name: MANUAL INSTR, GENERAL SURGICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 1945
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 1945
• Manufacturer Contact: emily shafer ; 8009337001
• MDR Report Key: 18066734
• Report Number: 1220246-2023-08539
• Device Sequence Number: 12678840
• Product Code: LXH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867358225
• UDI-Public: 00888867358225
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: AS
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 01/16/2025

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 Model Number: 1.8MM PERC INSERT KIT FOR FIBERTAK
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-3610PK-3
• Device Lot Number: 15069817
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/11/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 12/23/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/03/2023
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 01/16/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/20/2023
• 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