MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE; MANUAL INSTR, GENERAL SURGICAL

Model Number	SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	Foreign Body In Patient (2687)
Date of Event	06/18/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On 17th july 2025, it was reported by an arthrex's employee via email that for an ar-13995n, multifire¿ scorpion¿ needle, the needle broke, and some metallic fragments were found left inside the subscapularis tendon.Considering negative influence if retrieve the fragments, the surgeon decided to keep the fragments inside the body after communicating with the patient.But there could be risk from surgeon's point of view.This was detected during a rotator cuff repair surgery on (b)(6) 2025.The case was still completed successfully.There was no patient harm.
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.The complaint device was not received for evaluation.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 the most likely cause.The most likely cause of the reported failure is user error, such as striking bone or applying excessive force when attempting to pass the needle through fibrous or calcified tissue, as stated in the directions for use (dfu-0392-sub)."to help avoid needle breakage and potential patient injury: do not resterilize or reuse the scorpion suture passer needle.Avoid striking bone or using excessive force to pass the needle through fibrous/calcific tissue.If excessive force is encountered, replace the needle, reposition the device and pass in a different area.Ensure a secure grasp of tissue to prevent the needle from buckling under the tissue.Avoid "dry" repetitive actuations outside the surgical site.Abrasion of the needle surface can occur that may inhibit proper function.The complaint allegation could not be confirmed, as the device was not returned for evaluation and no supporting evidence of the reported failure was provided.

• Brand Name: SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE
• Common Device Name: MANUAL INSTR, GENERAL SURGICAL
• 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 Key: 22726245
• Report Number: 1220246-2025-03271
• Device Sequence Number: 9143971
• Product Code: MDM
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867015951
• UDI-Public: 00888867015951
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• 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): 09/02/2025

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 Number: SCORPION-MULTIFIRE NEEDLE
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-13995N
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Distributor Facility Aware Date: 07/17/2025
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/17/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/27/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/06/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/02/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown