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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. APOLLO RF 90° MULTIPORT; ELECTROSURG CUT/COAG DEVICE

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Model Number APOLLO RF 90° MULTIPORT
Medical Device Problem Codes Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes Insufficient Information (4580); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 07/10/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a rotator cuff surgery the apollo fell apart at the end of the operation.Parts came loose.Per complaint reporter there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with the same device.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.***update avoe 15-jul-2025 it was further confirmed by the surgeon that the tip at the front has become completely detached, i.E.Has fallen off completely.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6.Visual evaluation of the device shows the tip and shaft of the ar-9811 apollorf mp90, aspirating ablator, 90°, multi-port to be damaged.The tip of the device does not appear to be detached.Based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to misuse/mishandling due to damage to the device.The complaint allegation of the tip becoming detached cannot be confirmed.
 
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Brand Name
APOLLO RF 90° MULTIPORT
Common Device Name
ELECTROSURG CUT/COAG DEVICE
Manufacturer (Section D)
ARTHREX, INC.
1370 creekside boulevard
naples FL 34108 1945
Manufacturer (Section G)
ARTHREX, INC.
1370 creekside boulevard
naples FL 34108 1945
Manufacturer Contact
jared engle
8009337001
MDR Report Key22687803
Report Number1220246-2025-03205
Device Sequence Number9565544
Product Code GEI
UDI-Device Identifier00888867248243
UDI-Public(01)00888867248243(11)241001(17)290930(10)79426339
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryGM
PMA/510(K) Number
K161581
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Foreign,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Administrator/Supervisor
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 11/24/2025
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 Model NumberAPOLLO RF 90° MULTIPORT
Device Catalogue NumberAR-9811
Device Lot Number79426339
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Yes
Distributor Facility Aware Date07/14/2025
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 07/14/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer11/20/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date08/01/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date11/24/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) No
Date Device Manufactured10/01/2024
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) Yes
Usage of Device Initial
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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