MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM PLLA/HA 2 UBWHT/BL; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	72202602
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/08/2023
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H10: internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the twinfix ultra anchor broke.The procedure was completed using a smith and nephew backup device; however, it is unknown if there was a delay.No further complications were reported.
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 was returned with no anchor or suture material.The distal end of the insertion device is twisted apart.This finding has been determined to be related to the reported event.There is biological debris on the returned items.Based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, 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 specification 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 anchor material specifications found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.The root cause has been associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include excessive force on the device, excessive torque on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, off-axis insertion, improper preparation of the insertion site, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the twinfix ultra anchor broke.It is unknown if the event happened internal or external to patient.The procedure was completed using a smith and nephew backup device; however, it is unknown if there was a delay.No further complications were reported.

• Brand Name: TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM PLLA/HA 2 UBWHT/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: 18418838
• Report Number: 1219602-2023-02564
• Device Sequence Number: 6883893
• Product Code: MAI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010647573
• UDI-Public: 03596010647573
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K151105
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (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): 02/13/2024

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: 72202602
• Device Lot Number: 2109628
• 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: 12/08/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/09/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/29/2023
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/13/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/15/2023
• 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