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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: CONSOLIDATED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY ANCHOR TISSUE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM; LAPAROSCOPE, GENERAL & PLASTIC SURGERY

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CONSOLIDATED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY ANCHOR TISSUE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM; LAPAROSCOPE, GENERAL & PLASTIC SURGERY Back to Search Results
Catalog Number TRS175SB2
Medical Device Problem Code Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 07/11/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Examination of the returned used devices trs175sb2 found that the bags did fall off the metal prongs on both devices.There was no rip or tear in the bags, just that they were not on the prongs.On closer inspection one of the devices had a bent metal prong.A root cause cannot be determined; however, based upon evaluation of the device, a possible cause of this event could be that excessive force was applied to the white handle.The manufacturing documents from the device history record have been reviewed with special attention to the manufacturing and inspection of the product.The product released for distribution was found to have met all specifications prior to shipment.This is the only complaint for this lot number and failure mode within the past two years.A two-year review of complaint history revealed there has been a total of (b)(4).Per the instructions for use, the user is advised the following: care should be taken when using sharp and electro-surgical devices.Note the size of the trocar cannula when removing a specimen through the trocar cannula and seal system.If required, enlarge the port site to aid removal of the anchor¿ tissue retrieval system¿ by conmed we will continue to monitor per regulatory requirements to help ensure patient safety.
 
Event or Problem Description
The sales representative reported on behalf of the customer that the device, trs175sb2, anchor tissue retrieval system was being used on (b)(6) 2025 during a vats wedge resection and "when the bag was retracted to put through the trocar into the patient the bag ripped and shaft was bent.This happened with two bags in a row." per further assessment it was found that the specimen was not in the bag when it ripped and there was no fragmentation of the bag "the bag just fell of the rim".There was no impact or injury to the patient or user.The procedure was completed with a brief delay.No medical surgical intervention was required.This report is being raised due to the reported malfunction with potential for injury upon reoccurrence.
 
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Brand Name
ANCHOR TISSUE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM
Common Device Name
LAPAROSCOPE, GENERAL & PLASTIC SURGERY
Manufacturer (Section D)
CONSOLIDATED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY
ave. alejandro dumas 11321
complejo industrial chihuahua
chihuahua 31136
MX  31136
Manufacturer (Section G)
CONSOLIDATED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY
ave. alejandro dumas 11321
complejo industrial chihuahua
chihuahua 31136
MX   31136
Manufacturer Contact
robin drum
11311 concept blvd
largo, FL 33773
8653881978
MDR Report Key22628769
Report Number3007305485-2025-00118
Device Sequence Number8305801
Product Code GCJ
UDI-Device Identifier20653405986116
UDI-Public(01)20653405986116(17)280304(10)202503054
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter StateMA
Initial Reporter CountryUS
PMA/510(K) Number
K172940
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Administrator/Supervisor
Type of Report Initial
Report Date (Section B) 07/28/2025
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 NumberTRS175SB2
Device Lot Number202503054
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Date Returned to Manufacturer07/24/2025
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 07/11/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date07/28/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Yes
Date Device Manufactured03/05/2025
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) Yes
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
Patient EthnicityNon Hispanic
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