MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM W/2 UB (WHT & BLUE); FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	72202895
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	02/08/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a suture of the rotator cuff, two (2) twinfix ultra devices failed.The first anchor (b)(4) broke off the setting tool and was stuck in the bone, it had to be removed, it was loosen with a clamp and chisel, it was then successfully unscrewed.The second anchor (b)(4) was immediately bent when it was screwed in.Surgery was completed with a corkscrew device form arthrex in the originally drilled bone hole, no void was left in the patient.There was a delay of 30 minutes and no further complications were reported.Patient's status is good.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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 suture string or the anchor.The distal end of the insertion device was fractured away and was not returned.There is biological debris on the returned device.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.The root cause has been associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event 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 a suture of the rotator cuff, one twinfix ultra anchor broke off the setting tool and was stuck in the bone, it had to be removed, it was loosen with a clamp and chisel and it was successfully unscrewed.Surgery was completed with a corkscrew device form arthrex in the originally drilled bone hole, no void was left in the patient.There was a surgical delay of 30 minutes and no further complications were reported.Patient's status is good.

• Brand Name: TWINFIX ULTRA 5.5MM W/2 UB (WHT & BLUE)
• Common Device Name: FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, 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: 18799755
• Report Number: 1219602-2024-00359
• Device Sequence Number: 7368380
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010652263
• UDI-Public: 03596010652263
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: GM
• 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): 04/19/2024

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: 72202895
• Device Lot Number: 2119603
• 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: 02/08/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/28/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/19/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/14/2023
• 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 Age: 54 YR
• Patient Sex: Male