MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SUTURE RETRIEVER (6); SNARE, SURGICAL

Catalog Number	013593
Medical Device Problem Codes	Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging (2385); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	05/28/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: internal complaint reference case (b)(4).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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during surgery, the protective sleeve at the tip of a suture retriever had come off and the pouch was damaged.The surgery was completed using a backup device instead.There was no surgical delay and no further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H2: additional information in h6 (medical device problem code).Corrected information in h6 (investigation findings & component code).H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed the device was returned unopened/sealed.Using a reference microscope showed a small puncture hole through the plastic.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 no similar reported events.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 review of the packaging procedure found that the operator should verify pouch is free of pin holes, cuts, and seal defects.A definitive root cause for the reported issue could not be determined.Factors that could have contributed to the failure include rough handling during transportation.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.

• Brand Name: SUTURE RETRIEVER (6)
• Common Device Name: SNARE, SURGICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis, TN 38116 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 22293590
• Report Number: 1219602-2025-01537
• Device Sequence Number: 8875936
• Product Code: GAE
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010025043
• UDI-Public: 3596010025043
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K881224
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• 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,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/18/2025

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 Catalogue Number: 013593
• Device Lot Number: 2155273
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/28/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/17/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/19/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/18/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/11/2024
• 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
• Patient Sex: Unknown