MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. RDCE FRCPS W/ PTS {} BRD; PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL

Catalog Number	71173377
Medical Device Problem Code	Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	07/24/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal reference number: (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a surgery the surgeon clamped around bone and metal point of one (1) rdce frcps w/ pts {} brd snapped.All metal pieces were extracted from sterile field.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a s+n back-up device.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device was not returned for evaluation.However, the photograph of the device was reviewed, and revealed that one of the tips is fractured.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 the device or 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: RDCE FRCPS W/ PTS {} BRD
• Common Device Name: PROSTHESIS, HIP, FEMORAL COMPONENT, CEMENTED, METAL
• 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: 19991567
• Report Number: 1020279-2024-01604
• Device Sequence Number: 20947631
• Product Code: JDG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010519535
• UDI-Public: 03596010519535
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: VA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K123598
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 09/10/2024

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: 71173377
• Device Lot Number: 19LTCD148
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/24/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 09/09/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/15/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/10/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/02/2019
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown