MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ETHICON INC. PDS+ VIO 27IN 0 S/A CT-1; SUTURE, SURGICAL, ABSORBABLE

Catalog Number	PDP340H
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Separation (1562)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/01/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that a patient underwent a cesarean section procedure on an unknown date; and a suture was used.During the procedure, the needle loosened off the suture without even pulling it.Another like device was used to complete the procedure.There were no adverse consequences to the patient.Additional information was requested.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr part 803, part 4 subpart b.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by ethicon, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, ethicon, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.H6 component code: g07002 device not returned.Additional information was requested, and the following was obtained: what was the name of the procedure? the needle got pulled off from the tread during cesearian section.What was being done when the needle pulled-off (removal from package / during handling prior to use on patient/ during passage through tissue / during tying / post-op)? it was intra-op, but no pulling was done on it, it released from the needle spontaneously.Attempts are being made to retrieve the device.To date the device has not been returned.If the device or further details are received at a later date a supplemental medwatch will be sent.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Product complaint # (b)(4).This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803, part 4 subpart b.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by ethicon, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, ethicon, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.Additional h6 investigation findings: c22 - photo review.Additional h3 investigation summary: the product was returned to ethicon for evaluation.Visual analysis of the returned sample determined that sixteen unopened samples that pertains to product code pdp340h were received for evaluation.Additionally, a photo was provided, and with the same condition as the received sample.As per the sampling plan, a visual inspection was performed on thirteen samples.The packets were opened and the swage and attachment area were noted to be as expected.The sutures were dispensed without problems and examined along the strand to detect any issue related no defects were observed during evaluation.A functional test was performed using instron equipment and the pull force result was above the minimum requirements.The device performed without any defect noted.As part of the ethicon quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional complaint information monitoring for potential safety signals is conducted through complaint trending as part of post-market surveillance.The product was returned to ethicon for evaluation.The returned sample determined that it was received one detached needle and one suture piece outside its packaging that pertains to product code pdp340h.In addition, a photo was provided, and with the same condition as the received sample.Upon visual inspection, of the returned sample, the needle hole and swage area were noted with marks probably caused by a surgical instrument.In addition, the suture to be still attached to the barrel holes.Overall, no needle pull-off was observed.Besides, a needle pull strength test was not possible to perform according to suture length.The extreme of the suture pieces were observed to be cut and crimping marks were found near the cut area possibly caused by a surgical instrument.As with any device, care should be taken to avoid damage to the strand when handling.Avoid the crushing or crimping action of surgical instruments, such as needle holders and forceps.As part of ethicon quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional complaint information monitoring for potential safety signals is conducted through complaint trending as part of post-market surveillance.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device lot, and no non-conformances were identified.

• Brand Name: PDS+ VIO 27IN 0 S/A CT-1
• Common Device Name: SUTURE, SURGICAL, ABSORBABLE
• Manufacturer (Section D): ETHICON INC.; 1000 route 202; raritan NJ 08869
• Manufacturer (Section G): ETHICON INC.-JUAREZ; calle durango #2751; ciudad juarez 32575 ; MX 32575
• Manufacturer Contact: elba bello ; 1000 route 202; raritan, NJ 08869 ; 9083863534
• MDR Report Key: 19146118
• Report Number: 2210968-2024-04610
• Device Sequence Number: 7444258
• Product Code: NEW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10705031048102
• UDI-Public: 10705031048102
• Combination Product (Y/N): Y
• Initial Reporter Country: SW
• PMA/510(K) Number: K061037
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/11/2024

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 Expiration Date: 08/31/2025
• Device Catalogue Number: PDP340H
• Device Lot Number: TKMKSA
• 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: 05/15/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/19/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 06/11/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/21/2023
• 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