MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RULER; TAPE, MEASURING, RULERS AND CALIPERS

Catalog Number	71674079
Medical Device Problem Code	Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/13/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during an internal fixation surgery, the plastic of the ruler broke from continued wear/usage.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, with a competitor device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal reference number: (b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
D4 has been updated.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device reveals the threads broke off the sleeve.This piece was returned.The scale tip, scale, o-ring, sleeve cap and scale cap were not returned.The device shows signs of extensive wear and use.This inspection was conducted by naked eye.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed similar events for the listed batch, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: RULER
• Common Device Name: TAPE, MEASURING, RULERS AND CALIPERS
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 19711189
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-01340
• Device Sequence Number: 8608487
• Product Code: FTY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010560759
• UDI-Public: 03596010560759
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: TN
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/13/2024

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
• Device Catalogue Number: 71674079
• Device Lot Number: 12BCT0011
• 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: 06/13/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided; 08/12/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 07/10/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/16/2024; 08/13/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/13/2012
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown