MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. BIO-COMP, SWIVELOCK C, FT, 4.75X19.1MM; BIO SOFT TISSUE FIXATN FASTNR

Model Number	BIO-COMP, SWIVELOCK C, FT, 4.75X19.1MM
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/22/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On 15th jan 2026, it was reported by an arthrex's employee via an email that for 1 unit of ar-2324bcct, suture anchor, biocomposite swivelock® c vented, 4.75 x 19.1 mm, with fibertape® loop (blue), its anchor broke during insertion.This was detected during a rotator cuff repair surgery on (b)(6) 2025.The procedure was completed successfully by using another new ar-2324bcct.There were no patient harm and no secondary procedure needed.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6.Complaint allegation is confirmed.Visual inspection of the anchor and sleeve of the suture anchor, biocomposite swivelock® c vented, 4.75 x 19.1 mm, with fibertape® loop (blue) was broken off.The eyelet and sutures were not returned for investigation.Functional testing was not performed due to the damage to the device.Per dfu-0087-eo - g.Precautions - 3.Make sure to use the recommended drill bit or punch to create the bone socket.4.Pushlock and swivelock suture anchors only: during anchor insertion, ensure that the angle of anchor insertion is coaxial to that of the previously prepared bone socket.The most likely cause of the reported failure can be attributed to user error with the device due to misalignment and excessive force applied during insertion, and/or prying/leveraging of the device during use.

• Brand Name: BIO-COMP, SWIVELOCK C, FT, 4.75X19.1MM
• Common Device Name: BIO SOFT TISSUE FIXATN FASTNR
• 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: 24259695
• Report Number: 1220246-2026-00415
• Device Sequence Number: 20806744
• Product Code: MAI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867026841
• UDI-Public: (01)00888867026841(11)241202(17)281130(10)15355206
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K101823
• 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): 04/23/2026

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: BIO-COMP, SWIVELOCK C, FT, 4.75X19.1MM
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-2324BCCT
• Device Lot Number: 15355206
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/15/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/22/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/04/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/23/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/02/2024
• 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 Sex: Unknown