MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. 2.6 DL KNOTLESS FIBERTAK; NON-DEGRADABLE FIXATN FASTENER

Model Number	2.6 DL KNOTLESS FIBERTAK
Medical Device Problem Code	Use of Device Problem (1670)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/12/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during the shoulder arthroscopy, the shuttle suture of the device was impaled and could not be pulled through.Per complaint reporter there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with a new device with the same part number.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6.The complaint allegation is confirmed.One unpackaged ar-3642sp serial/batch number 15467418 was received for investigation.Functional testing was not performed due to the damage to the device.Visual inspection noted that the suture is frayed in many places and has been cut.The most likely cause is attributed to misuse/use error due to an improper surgical technique.Per the directions for use (dfu) bio-fastak, fastak¿, suturetak® and fibertak® suture anchors, dfu-0054-eo, revision 7: e.Warnings, 6.Preoperative and operating procedures, including knowledge of surgical techniques and proper selection and placement of the device, are important considerations in the successful utilization of this device.The appropriate arthrex delivery system is required for proper implantation of the device.7.Avoid excessive impaction during anchor insertion as this could lead to inserter damage and/or breakage.If insertion resistance is encountered, do not impact harder.Replace the implant and repeat the drilling/insertion process.

• Brand Name: 2.6 DL KNOTLESS FIBERTAK
• Common Device Name: NON-DEGRADABLE FIXATN FASTENER
• 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: 24290966
• Report Number: 1220246-2026-00466
• Device Sequence Number: 13315234
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867426429
• UDI-Public: (01)00888867426429(11)250715(17)300630(10)15467418
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: GM
• PMA/510(K) Number: K251809
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 03/16/2026

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: 2.6 DL KNOTLESS FIBERTAK
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-3642SP
• Device Lot Number: 15467418
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/19/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/05/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/09/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/16/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/15/2025
• 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 Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown