MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. SP 2.6 MM KNOTLESS FIBERTAK ANCHOR; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Model Number	SP 2.6 MM KNOTLESS FIBERTAK ANCHOR
Medical Device Problem Code	Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/10/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On (b)(6) 2025, an arthrex subsidiary employee reported via (b)(4) that (qty.2) ar-3641sp self-punching knotless fibertak anchors did not remain fixed in place after being inserted during a shoulder arthroscopy.The guide was used with the 2.6mm drill.The bone quality was not provided, and no instrument was broken.The procedure was completed by opening two anchors of the same reference within the stipulated timeframe.No local anesthetic was used; only general anesthesia was used.The medical team reported no adverse effects.
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 provided information, which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event descriptions, and any additional field data, arthrex concluded the most likely cause of the reported failure is user error.This includes improper bone preparation, incorrect surgical technique, and/or the application of excessive force.The complaint allegation could not be confirmed, as the device was not received for evaluation, and no evidence of the reported failure was provided.

• Brand Name: SP 2.6 MM KNOTLESS FIBERTAK ANCHOR
• Common Device Name: FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
• 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: 23357155
• Report Number: 1220246-2025-04753
• Device Sequence Number: 9202769
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867341906
• UDI-Public: (01)00888867341906(11)240712(17)290630(10)15287245
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: BR
• PMA/510(K) Number: K251809
• 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): 02/25/2026

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: SP 2.6 MM KNOTLESS FIBERTAK ANCHOR
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-3641SP
• Device Lot Number: 15287245
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Distributor Facility Aware Date: 10/13/2025
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/13/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/24/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/22/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/25/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/12/2024
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown