MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATION SUPERION INDIRECT DECOMPRESSION SYSTEM; PROSTHESIS, SPINOUS PROCESS SPACER/PLATE

Model Number	101-9812
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Integrity Problem (2978)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	02/28/2020
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
A retroactive review of events within the quality system identified this record as requiring remediation, including reporting and submission of an initial emdr per applicable criteria.Boston scientific has opened a corrective and preventive action (capa 8647) investigation to determine the root cause for why an initial emdr was not previously submitted to the fda in accordance with boston scientific established mdr reporting process and fda adverse event reporting requirements.Information gained through these investigation efforts will be utilized to determine root cause and implement appropriate preventive action(s), as necessary.Device analysis performed on the returned superion indirect decompression spacer revealed the pivot pin was broken resulting in the disengagement of the inferior cam lobe.The damage was sufficient to preclude functional testing.The damage to implant indicates failure likely due to aggressive tapping against resistance such as bone.Additionally, a labeling review was completed and the instructions for use (ifu) states the implant should be driven ventrally by removing the driver and gently tapping on the inserter.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the superion indirect decompression spacer broke during an implant procedure.As the physician attempted to tamp down the spacer toward the end of the procedure, the bottom set of cam lobes broke off.It was noted there may have been osteophytes causing resistance.The procedure was successfully completed with another device.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Correction to the initial mdr in block h11.A retroactive review of events within the quality system identified this record as requiring remediation, including reporting and submission of an initial emdr per applicable criteria.Boston scientific has opened a corrective and preventive action (capa 8647) investigation to determine the root cause for why an initial emdr was not previously submitted to the fda in accordance with boston scientific established mdr reporting process and fda adverse event reporting requirements.Information gained through these investigation efforts will be utilized to determine root cause and implement appropriate preventive action(s), as necessary.Device analysis performed on the returned superion indirect decompression spacer revealed the pivot pin was broken resulting in the disengagement of the inferior cam lobe.The damage was sufficient to preclude functional testing.The damage to implant indicates failure likely due to aggressive tapping against resistance such as bone.Additionally, a labeling review was completed and revealed no anomalies.The instructions for use (ifu) states deployment should not be forced or implant breakage or damage to bony structures may result.Furthermore, it states that if resistance to deployment is encountered, and repositioning of the implant is required, rotate the driver counterclockwise until a positive stop is reached and withdraw dorsally to collapse the cam lobes.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the superion indirect decompression spacer broke during an implant procedure.As the physician attempted to tamp down the spacer toward the end of the procedure, the bottom set of cam lobes broke off.It was noted there may have been osteophytes causing resistance.The procedure was successfully completed with another device.

• Brand Name: SUPERION INDIRECT DECOMPRESSION SYSTEM
• Common Device Name: PROSTHESIS, SPINOUS PROCESS SPACER/PLATE
• Manufacturer (Section D): BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATION; 25155 rye canyon loop; valencia CA 91355
• Manufacturer (Section G): VERTIFLEX INC; 2714 loker ave. west; carlsbad CA 92010
• Manufacturer Contact: erik sherburne ; 25155 rye canyon loop; valencia, CA 91355 ; 7632920920
• MDR Report Key: 23433374
• Report Number: 3006630150-2025-09850
• Device Sequence Number: 12929618
• Product Code: NQO
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00884662000543
• UDI-Public: (01)00884662000543(17)241223(10)800225
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: PA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: P140004
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Remedial Action: Notification
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 11/17/2025

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: 12/23/2024
• Device Model Number: 101-9812
• Device Catalogue Number: 101-9812
• Device Lot Number: 800225
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 03/11/2020
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/28/2020
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/05/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/30/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 11/17/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/23/2019
• 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
• If action reported to FDA under 21 USC 360i(g), list FDA-assigned Recall Number or include a statement: Z-2485-2025
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown