MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ETHICON INC. VCL+ VIO 27IN 3-0 S/A SH-1; SUTURE, ABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC

Catalog Number	VCP311H
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/05/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Product complaint # (b)(4).H3 investigation summary: the product was returned to ethicon for evaluation.One empty labeled winding former and one used needle-suture piece were received for analysis.Product code vcp311h.During the visual inspection of the suture, no broken sutures were observed, although one end was noted to be cut, likely due to a surgical instrument.Additionally, a knot and tangling were observed along the strand.In addition, marks that appear to be caused by a surgical instrument were observed on the body needle.This product code vcp311h contains an absorbable suture.Since the sample was received open, the functional test could not be performed due to undetermined exposure time to the environment.As part of the ethicon quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Although no conclusion could be reached on the cause of the reported event.As with any device, care should be taken to avoid damage to the strand when handling.Avoid the crushing or crimping action of surgical instruments, such as needle holders and forceps.The event described could not be confirmed.Although no product defect was identified, there may have been other circumstances or issues that occurred during the use of the device that could not be replicated during the laboratory analysis.H3 investigation summary: the product was returned to ethicon for evaluation.(b)(4) unopened samples that pertains to product code vcp311h.As per the sampling plan, a visual inspection was performed on thirteen samples, and no defects were found on the packages.The packets were opened, and the swage and attachment area were noted as expected.The sutures were dispensed without problems and examined along of the strand and no issues related to breakage sutures or anomalies were observed during the evaluation.A photo was provided showing three foil packets were received for analysis that pertains to product code vcp311.A functional test was performed using instron equipment and tensile force was above the minimum requirements.As part of the ethicon quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.The event described could not be confirmed as the device performed without any difficulties noted.Although no product defect was identified, there may have been other circumstances or issues that occurred during the use of the device that could not be replicated during the laboratory analysis.This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803, part 4 subpart b.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by ethicon, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, ethicon, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device lot, and no non-conformances were identified.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that a patient underwent a tapp procedure on (b)(6) 2025 and suture was used.During the procedure, it was reported that the suture was broken when the surgeon attempted to sew the tissue.Total (b)(4) products occurred suture breakage issue.Changed another one to complete the surgery.There is no report on patient's injury.Enclosed please find defect photo.There will return (b)(4) representative samples for analysis.No additional information could be provided.No adverse patient consequences were reported.Additional information was requested.

• Brand Name: VCL+ VIO 27IN 3-0 S/A SH-1
• Common Device Name: SUTURE, ABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC
• Manufacturer (Section D): ETHICON INC.; 1000 route 202; raritan NJ 08869
• Manufacturer (Section G): ETHICON INC.-JUAREZ; calle durango #2751; ciudad juarez 32575 ; MX 32575
• Manufacturer Contact: orla o'mahony ; 1000 route 202; raritan, NJ 08869 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 22532800
• Report Number: 2210968-2025-08282
• Device Sequence Number: 7819200
• Product Code: GAM
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10705031052192
• UDI-Public: (01)10705031052192(17)300131(10)106D4Z
• Combination Product (Y/N): Y
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K132580
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 07/17/2025

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: VCP311H
• Device Lot Number: 106D4Z
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 07/14/2025
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/20/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 07/17/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/12/2025
• 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