MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE; ARTHROSCOPE AND ACCESSORIES

Model Number	SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/05/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a has surgery when using the devices ar-3373-4002 and ar-6430 (lot: 408037) the luerlock broke open and the pin got stuck.The device fell apart into individual parts.Per complaint reporter there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device with the same part number.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Correction: h1 to n/a.Additional information: b5, h3, h6.Arthrex previously submitted this event as a reportable malfunction out of an abundance of caution.Upon receiving additional information from the field that clarified the event, it has been determined that this event does not meet the criteria of a reportable event under 21 cfr 803.
Event or Problem Description
Update avoe 18-dec-2024.It was confirmed that the failure occurred with the ar-6430 and not with the ar-3373-4002.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6.Based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to misuse/mishandling due to the damage to the device.

• Brand Name: SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
• Common Device Name: ARTHROSCOPE AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 1945
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 1945
• Manufacturer Contact: jared engle ; 8009337001
• MDR Report Key: 21047909
• Report Number: 1220246-2024-09142
• Device Sequence Number: 18235750
• Product Code: NBH
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867198579
• UDI-Public: 00888867198579
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: SZ
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 10/23/2025

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 Model Number: SHEATH,HF,TAP/FEN,2 STPCK FOR 4MM SCOPE
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-3373-4002
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 12/05/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided; 10/20/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/31/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/29/2025; 10/23/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• 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: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown