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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ORTHOMATCH FEMORAL SIZER; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ORTHOMATCH FEMORAL SIZER; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/METAL Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 71442194
Medical Device Problem Code Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 04/16/2024
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device reveals the stylus lock button pin and femoral sizer wave spring came apart from the device.These pieces were not returned.The rest of the device was returned.The device shows signs of significant 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 revealed a similar event for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, 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.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a tka surgery, the orthomatch femoral sizer disassembled after being used.No damage to the patient´s health.The procedure was resumed, without any delay.The patient was not harmed as a consequence of this problem.
 
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Brand Name
ORTHOMATCH FEMORAL SIZER
Common Device Name
PROSTHESIS, KNEE, PATELLOFEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, POLYMER/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 Key20384706
Report Number1020279-2024-02034
Device Sequence Number7944280
Product Code JWH
UDI-Device Identifier00885556583746
UDI-Public00885556583746
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryBR
PMA/510(K) Number
K142807
Number of Events Summarized1
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
Type of Report Initial
Report Date (Section B) 10/07/2024
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 Number71442194
Device Lot Number18KBG0022
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Date Returned to Manufacturer08/20/2024
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 10/03/2024
Initial Report FDA Received Date10/07/2024
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured08/08/2019
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) No
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device Unknown
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient Age76 YR
Patient SexFemale
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