MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHROCARE CORPORATION MULTIFIX S-ULTRA 5.5MM KNOTLESS ANCHOR; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	72290001
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/30/2026
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 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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during an arthroscopy, a multifix s-ultra 5.5mm knotless anchor broke, the tip of the anchor was cracked, and it was unable to sit properly in the prepared site.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using a similar s+n back-up product.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: h2: corrected information on: e2, e3.H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed the device was not returned in original packaging.The distal body anchor is fractured at the eyelet.The sleeve and proximal screw were returned on the device with no defect.The insertion device has no visible defect.Bio debris is present.Based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, additional material testing is not required.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.A review of the material specifications found that the tensile strength specifications are established, (at yield) 100 ¿ 118 mpa.Also, certificate of analysis is required with each shipment.A definitive root cause for the reported issue could not be determined.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include an inadvertent impact event that may have occurred during device transportation, rough shipping and handling, or at the customer site, as well as the application of an unintended, inappropriate, or excessive force to the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.

• Brand Name: MULTIFIX S-ULTRA 5.5MM KNOTLESS ANCHOR
• Common Device Name: FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHROCARE CORPORATION; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHROCARE CORPORATION; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis, TN 38116 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 24410411
• Report Number: 3006524618-2026-00084
• Device Sequence Number: 5939364
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556614204
• UDI-Public: 885556614204
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: MY
• PMA/510(K) Number: K153669
• 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 Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 04/27/2026

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: 72290001
• Device Lot Number: 2153281
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/30/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/23/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/21/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/27/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/10/2024
• 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