MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ULTRA FAST-FIX ASSEMBLY - CURVED; SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE

Catalog Number	72201491
Medical Device Problem Codes	Material Twisted/Bent (2981); Firing Problem (4011)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/04/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a meniscus repair, both t's of one (1) ultra fast fix curved fall off at the same time at the first deployment.The procedure was resumed, using an equivalent s+n backup; however, it is unknown if there was a surgical delay.No further complications were reported.
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 risks with the device itself or with its use 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 submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional investigative findings or information becomes available that alters the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: h2: additional information on a1, a2, a3, a4, b5, e1 & h6 (health effect - impact code).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during a meniscus repair, both t's of one (1) ultra fast fix curved fell off at the same time during the first deployment.T1 was deployed through the meniscus and was removed.The procedure was resumed using an equivalent s+n backup, with a non-significant delay.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed the device was returned in original packaging with the batch number of the complaint on the label.The t1 has been cut from the suture and was not returned.The t2 and suture were returned off the device.The needle has been bent.The variable depth straw was not returned.Bio debris is present.A functional evaluation could not be performed because both implants have already been deployed.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.The root cause of the reported event could not be determined since findings cannot lead to a clear cause of the reported event.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include unintended inappropriate or excessive force allowing the device to prematurely deploy.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.

• Brand Name: ULTRA FAST-FIX ASSEMBLY - CURVED
• Common Device Name: SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SYNTHETIC, POLYETHYLENE
• 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 Key: 24168344
• Report Number: 1219602-2026-00232
• Device Sequence Number: 9252346
• Product Code: GAT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010597205
• UDI-Public: 3596010597205
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K121861
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• 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
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 03/03/2026

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 Number: 72201491
• Device Lot Number: 2095301
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/04/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/28/2026; 03/02/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 01/23/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 01/30/2026; 03/03/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 10/01/2022
• 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
• Patient Age: 38 YR
• Patient Sex: Male
• Patient Weight: 71 KG