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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SCREW BIOSURE REGENESORB 10MM X 30MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SCREW BIOSURE REGENESORB 10MM X 30MM; FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 72204409
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 07/08/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (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 the screw biosure regenesorb 10mm x 30mm was found to be broken.It is unknown whether the event happened during surgery and if there was patient involvement or if there was a delay.There was a back-up device available.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during set up for an acl reconstruction, the screw biosure regenesorb 10mm x 30mm was found to be broken.There was a smith and nephew back up device available and a surgical delay of less than 30 minutes was reported.There was no patient involvement.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H2: additional information on: b7 & h6 (health effect - impact code).H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.Insufficient product identification information was provided and thus a manufacturing record review could not be conducted.Based on the information available, there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found 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 anchor material specification, found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.If any additional information related to this event is received in the future, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.
 
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Brand Name
SCREW BIOSURE REGENESORB 10MM X 30MM
Common Device Name
FASTENER, FIXATION, BIODEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
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 Key22604449
Report Number1219602-2025-01863
Device Sequence Number17507230
Product Code MAI
UDI-Device Identifier00885554036855
UDI-Public885554036855
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryHK
PMA/510(K) Number
K142948
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Serviced by Third Party (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Other,Foreign,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 08/26/2025
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 Number72204409
Device Lot NumberUNKNOWN
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Yes
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 07/08/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer08/25/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date07/25/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date08/26/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
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 A
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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