MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC. PWRD ECH FLEX 45MM 34CM SHAFT; STAPLE, IMPLANTABLE

Catalog Number	PSE45A
Medical Device Problem Code	Mechanical Jam (2983)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	07/08/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an unknown procedure, it was observed that the knife moved to the distal end but did not return automatically.They used reverse button many times to return knife.There was no patient consequence nor surgical delay reported.No additional information provided.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).Date sent: 08/15/2025, d4: batch #579c12.Investigation summary: an analysis of a photo submitted for evaluation was performed.During the visual analysis, the following was observed: the photo shows a device 45 mm from top view, and a loose battery pack in the blister.Based on the photo the event described could not be confirmed.Hands on device analysis may provide the additional evidence necessary to confirm the root cause of the reported event.The product was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection and functional testing were conducted on the returned device.Visual analysis of the returned sample determined that one pse45a device was returned with no apparent damage and with a cecr45g reload present.The reload was received unfired, with 8 double drivers missing, making the reload non-functional.In addition, the reload pan was noted to be partially dislodged from the right proximal side.The device was tested for functionality in the straight position with a test reload and achieved its complete firing sequence without any difficulties.The staple line and cut line were complete and the staples meet the staple release criteria.In addition, it was noted that the knife could reverse automatically during the functional test.As part of our quality process, the manufacturing records of this batch number were reviewed, and the manufacturing standards were met prior to the release of this batch.As part of ethicon endo surgery¿s quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.No conclusion could be reached on what may have caused the reload pan to dislodge.The event described could not be confirmed as the knife could reverse automatically during the functional test noted.Although the cause of the reported incident could not be determined, proper use of the endo linear cutters - echelon 45mm - powered is important to ensure functionality.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished pse45a, with lot/batch number a9du3e, and no non-conformances were identified.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device batch number 579c12, and no non-conformances were identified.This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.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.

• Brand Name: PWRD ECH FLEX 45MM 34CM SHAFT
• Common Device Name: STAPLE, IMPLANTABLE
• Manufacturer (Section D): ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC.; 475 calle c; guaynabo 00969 ; * 00969
• Manufacturer (Section G): ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC.; 475 calle c; guaynabo 00969 ; * 00969
• Manufacturer Contact: orla o'mahony ; 475 calle c; guaynabo 00969 ; * 00969 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 22815934
• Report Number: 3005075853-2025-06501
• Device Sequence Number: 8703878
• Product Code: GDW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10705036014317
• UDI-Public: (01)10705036014317(10)A9DU3E(17)260731
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K110385
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 08/15/2025

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 Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
• Device Catalogue Number: PSE45A
• Device Lot Number: A9DU3E
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 07/23/2025
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/29/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/15/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/29/2023
• 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
• Concomitant Medical Products and Therapy/Usage Dates: CECR45G
• Patient Sex: Unknown