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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. UNIVERSAL PIN DRIVER; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. UNIVERSAL PIN DRIVER; ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 71513331
Medical Device Problem Codes Break (1069); Material Deformation (2976)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 10/30/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that one (1) universal pin driver broke upon impaction.The procedure was completed, after no delay, using an equivalent s+n back up product.No injury was reported as a consequence of this issue.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: additional information reviewed by the manufacturer has identified that this event should be re-evaluated for mdr reporting.The new information states that the device returned with the pin driver spring and distal end deformed and no longer in the correct position, therefore, event may result in a short procedural delay and/or require use of a backup device to continue procedure.This event is not likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury and is considered not reportable pursuant to applicable regulations.If additional details confirm the occurrence of a reportable event, we will update our records accordingly and submit a subsequent report detailing both the event and our completed investigations.H3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device finds the device returned with the pin driver spring and distal end deformed and no longer in the correct position.The entire device is worn from use.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed part number over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no evidence to conclude that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
 
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Brand Name
UNIVERSAL PIN DRIVER
Common Device Name
ORTHOPEDIC MANUAL SURGICAL INSTRUMENT
Manufacturer (Section D)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
1450 brooks rd.
memphis TN 38116
Manufacturer (Section G)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
1450 brooks rd.
memphis TN 38116
Manufacturer Contact
holly topping
1450 brooks rd.
memphis, TN 38116
5123913905
MDR Report Key23617433
Report Number1020279-2025-01921
Device Sequence Number10037813
Product Code LXH
UDI-Device Identifier03596010589064
UDI-Public3596010589064
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter StateTX
Initial Reporter CountryUS
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Serviced by Third Party (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Health Professional,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 12/24/2025
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 Catalogue Number71513331
Device Lot Number10FM13126
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Device Returned to Manufacturer
Date Returned to Manufacturer11/03/2025
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? No
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 10/30/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer12/18/2025
Initial Report FDA Received Date11/21/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date12/24/2025
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured06/21/2010
Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N) No
Is This a Single-Use Device that was
Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N)
No
Usage of Device Unknown
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient SexUnknown
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