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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BURR 5.5 ABRADER 180 LG HIGH VIS DSPL.; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES

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SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. BURR 5.5 ABRADER 180 LG HIGH VIS DSPL.; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES Back to Search Results
Catalog Number 72203127
Medical Device Problem Code Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event 11/17/2025
Type of Reportable Event Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H3, h6: this complaint was opened by smith+nephew to document a product problem associated with a smith+nephew device.The reported problem relates to known inherent device and/or procedural risks that are appropriately documented in our risk files.Smith+nephew will continue to monitor trends in accordance with our post-market surveillance process and take necessary action as required if anticipated severity and/or occurrence rates are exceeded.Smith+nephew has no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on our review of all currently available information, we are unable to identify a definitive root cause.However, as the use of our product cannot be excluded as a potential cause or contributory factor to the reported issue, we are conservatively submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional investigative findings or information becomes available that alter the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a left hip arthroscopy, two(2) dyonics abrader burrs broke inside the patient; the problem seemed to come from the blue plastic portion at the base of the burrs, which connected to the handpiece.There was blue plastic fragments were found inside the patient; the fragments were cleaned from the patient using a shaver and suction.The procedure was resumed, with a delay of 10 minutes, using an equivalent sn back-up.No further complications were reported.
 
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H11 b5: description correction.H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.If any additional information related to this event is received in the future, this investigation will be reopened for further assessment.
 
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a left hip arthroscopy, a dyonics abrader burr broke inside the patient; the problem seemed to come from the blue plastic portion at the base of the burr, which connected to the handpiece.There was blue plastic fragments were found inside the patient; the fragments were cleaned from the patient using a shaver and suction.The procedure was resumed, with a delay of 10 minutes, using an equivalent sn back-up.No further complications were reported.
 
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Brand Name
BURR 5.5 ABRADER 180 LG HIGH VIS DSPL.
Common Device Name
SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES
Manufacturer (Section D)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
130 forbes blvd.
mansfield MA 02048
Manufacturer (Section G)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
130 forbes blvd.
mansfield MA 02048
Manufacturer Contact
holly topping
1450 brooks rd.
memphis, TN 38116
5123913905
MDR Report Key23750594
Report Number1219602-2025-03130
Device Sequence Number12238341
Product Code HAB
UDI-Device Identifier03596010655899
UDI-Public3596010655899
Combination Product (Y/N)N
Initial Reporter CountryCA
PMA/510(K) Number
EXEMPT
Number of Events Summarized1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Serviced by Third Party (Y/N)N
Reporter Type Manufacturer
Report Source Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
Initial Reporter Occupation Other Health Care Professional
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date (Section B) 01/15/2026
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 Catalogue Number72203127
Device Lot Number51333248
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Is the Reporter a Health Professional? Yes
Type of Report(Section G)Thirty-Day
Initial Date Received by Manufacturer 11/17/2025
Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer01/14/2026
Initial Report FDA Received Date12/08/2025
Supplement Report FDA Received Date01/15/2026
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N) Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured08/02/2025
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 Number1
Patient SexMale
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