| Catalog Number |
72202467 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/28/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H11: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: this complaint was opened by smith+nephew to document a product problem associated with a smith+nephew device.The reported problem relates to known inherent device and/or procedural risks that are appropriately documented in our risk files.Smith+nephew will continue to monitor trends in accordance with our post-market surveillance process and take necessary action as required if anticipated severity and/or occurrence rates are exceeded.Smith+nephew has no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on our review of all currently available information, we are unable to identify a definitive root cause.However, as the use of our product cannot be excluded as a potential cause or contributory factor to the reported issue, we are conservatively submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional investigative findings or information becomes available that alters the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during an acl reconstruction procedure, when using the fast fix, the fixation plate came loose from the cable, it was not fixed to the high-resistance wire, it was removed with a grasper.The procedure was completed with a back up device.No delay was reported and no further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H11: h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed the device was not returned with any original packaging.The t1 has been cut from the suture and was not returned.The t2 and suture were replaced backwards onto the needle.Bio debris is present.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found one similar reported event.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.A definitive root cause for the reported issue could not be determined.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include an application of unintended inappropriate or excessive force to the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.
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