MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75MM W/1 UT & 1 UB BL; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	72203697
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/04/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an arthroscopy, the healicoil rsb anchor tip broke while deployment, the implant was successfully removed arthroscopically using graspers.The procedure was completed with non-significant delay using a back-up device.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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 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 storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.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.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H2: corrected information in h6 (component code, type of investigation & investigation findings).H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed the device was returned in original packaging with the batch number of the complaint on the label.The sutures are still on the device, run through the cannula, and tied at the cleat.The anchor has been fragmented.The rest of the anchor was not returned.Bio debris is present.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 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 specification 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.A definitive root cause for the reported issue could not be determined.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include procedural variance, or deviations from established protocols, increasing risks and leading to unintended consequences (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).Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.

• Brand Name: HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75MM W/1 UT & 1 UB 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: 18582092
• Report Number: 1219602-2024-00163
• Device Sequence Number: 7021944
• Product Code: MAI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885554031393
• UDI-Public: 885554031393
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: IN
• PMA/510(K) Number: K123393
• 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: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 10/16/2025

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 Expiration Date: 05/17/2026
• Device Catalogue Number: 72203697
• Device Lot Number: 2118936
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/28/2024; 10/15/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 01/25/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/29/2024; 10/16/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/17/2023
• 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