MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TWINFIX TI 5.0 ULTRABRAID; STAPLE, FIXATION, BONE

Catalog Number	72200755
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	11/07/2023
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the threads of the twinfix broke just after the deployment, it was inside the patient and was removed arthroscopically with instruments.The procedure was completed with a s+n back up device.The back up device was used in the same hole.There was no surgical delay and no further complications were reported.Surgeons was happy with outcome.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference case (b)(4).H3, h6: the reported device was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent 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 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 a material certification of analysis is required with each lot.An analysis of the customer provided image(s) found the device laying over its package, next to its identification information.The suture of the device was out and under the handle.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include excessive force on the device.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.

• Brand Name: TWINFIX TI 5.0 ULTRABRAID
• Common Device Name: STAPLE, FIXATION, BONE
• 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: 18210852
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-02304
• Device Sequence Number: 7346044
• Product Code: JDR
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010577986
• UDI-Public: 03596010577986
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: IN
• PMA/510(K) Number: K152566
• 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: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 01/12/2024

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 Number: 72200755
• Device Lot Number: 2115864
• 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: 11/07/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/10/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/27/2023
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 01/12/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/22/2023
• 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