MAUDE Adverse Event Report: DAVOL INC., SUB. C.R. BARD, INC. -1213643 OPTIFIX STRAIGHT; STAPLE, IMPLANTABLE

Catalog Number	0113127
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/02/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
As reported, during a procedure an optifix (device #1) was used which deployed broken fasteners.It was reported that another optifix (device #2) was used which deployed some broken fasteners as well therefore another new device was opened, and the procedure was completed without a problem.There was no patient injury.This file represents the optifix (device #2).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
As reported, the optifix device deployed broken fasteners.Evaluation of the sample finds for damage backup tabs and bent guide wire.The reported broken fasteners deployed are a known result of the bent components at the distal tip.The components are found to be bent from applied forces while attempting to fixate.No manufacturing anomies were found.Review of manufacturing records confirms product was manufactured to specification.The instructions-for-use supplied with the device adequately describes the proper technique for fastener delivery.The precautions section states "care should be taken not to use excessive counterpressure as this may damage the distal tip of the device as well as the mesh and/or tissue." note, the date of event (02-oct-2024) is considered to be a best estimate based on the date of awareness.This mdr represents the optifix (device #2).An additional mdr was submitted to represent the optifix (device #1).Note: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.

• Brand Name: OPTIFIX STRAIGHT
• Common Device Name: STAPLE, IMPLANTABLE
• Manufacturer (Section D): DAVOL INC., SUB. C.R. BARD, INC. -1213643; 100 crossings blvd.; warwick RI 02886
• Manufacturer (Section G): BARD SHANNON LIMITED -3005636544; san geronimo industrial park; lot #1, road #3, km 79.7; humacao PR 00791
• Manufacturer Contact: andrew topoulos ; 100 crossings blvd.; warwick, RI 02886 ; 8005566756
• MDR Report Key: 20514045
• Report Number: 1213643-2024-00510
• Device Sequence Number: 7204349
• Product Code: GDW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741074325
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741074325(17)251028(10)HUHY1655
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K142873
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,User Facility
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 10/04/2024

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: 10/28/2025
• Device Catalogue Number: 0113127
• Device Lot Number: HUHY1655
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 10/10/2024
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/02/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/23/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/19/2024
• 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
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown