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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. BIO-COMP SWVLK 3.5X 15.8MM; BIO SOFT TISSUE FIXATN FASTNR

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Model Number BIO-COMP SWVLK 3.5X 15.8MM
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 01/24/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On 1/30/2025, it was reported by an arthrex subsidiary employee via email that an ar-2325bcc biocomposite swivelock anchor tapes that was threaded through the eyelet spun around and did not go into the bony foramen.The case was completed using another ar-2325bcc biocomposite swivelock.This was discovered during a procedure on (b)(6) 2025.Additional information received on 2/4/2025: this was discovered during a slap repair.Everything was removed from the patient before using the new biocomposite swivelock to complete the case.The case was not delayed, and additional anesthesia was not needed.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6 the complaint allegation is not confirmed as the device was not returned for investigation.Additionally, no images were submitted for evaluation.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 the most likely cause.The most likely cause(s) for the reported failure can be attributed to user error due to misaligned insertion, or excessive forces through leveraging/prying the device.
 
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Brand Name
BIO-COMP SWVLK 3.5X 15.8MM
Common Device Name
BIO SOFT TISSUE FIXATN FASTNR
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 Key21346073
Report Number1220246-2025-00348
Device Sequence Number15417264
Product Code MAI
UDI-Device Identifier00888867026957
UDI-Public(01)00888867026957(11)240416(17)260331(10)15235568
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryJA
PMA/510(K) Number
K101823
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Foreign,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Non-Healthcare Professional
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 02/19/2025
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 Expiration Date03/31/2026
Device Model NumberBIO-COMP SWVLK 3.5X 15.8MM
Device Catalogue NumberAR-2325BCC
Device Lot Number15235568
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 01/30/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer02/19/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date02/10/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date02/19/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Yes
Date Device Manufactured04/16/2024
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 Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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