MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE; ARTHROSCOPE AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number	SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
Medical Device Problem Code	Leak/Splash (1354)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/15/2023
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On 12/15/2023, it was reported by a sales representative that an (b)(6) sheath seal was damaged and caused leaking.This was discovered during a procedure.The patient was not affected and there were no adverse events.The case was completed as normal, and the staff relied on the drape to collect the dripping arthroscopy fluid.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Complaint allegation is confirmed.Upon functioning testing, it was noticed that the device was leaking from the black button (accordion seal).Visual inspection revealed that the device exhibited signs of wear and tear.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to wear and tear.

• Brand Name: SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
• Common Device Name: ARTHROSCOPE AND ACCESSORIES
• 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: 18494930
• Report Number: 1220246-2024-00282
• Device Sequence Number: 6984911
• Product Code: NBH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867198579
• UDI-Public: 00888867198579
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MI
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/15/2024

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 Model Number: SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-3373-4002
• Device Lot Number: 1656492
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 12/15/2023
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/22/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 01/11/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/15/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/03/2021
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown