MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHREX, INC. BURR, OVAL, 8 FLUTE 4.0MM X 13CM; BURR,SURGICAL

Model Number	BURR, OVAL, 8 FLUTE 4.0MM X 13CM
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/28/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
On 06-feb-2026, an arthrex subsidiary employee reported via (b)(4) that when a new ar-8400obe 8-flute oval burr was attached, it was unstable.When they removed it, the blade attachment broke.They opened another new one, but it felt as if it did not have enough torque, so they gave up on using it.Another replacement was used, and the procedure was completed successfully with no patient harm.Additional information was received on 12-feb-2026.The rep advised that they do not know what procedure was performed.They advised that all broken fragments were retrieved, and no dualwave outflow tubing was used.The rep then stated they did not know if there was an uninterrupted flow of irrigation through the device during its use, and they did not know if any shaver consoles or handpieces were used with the attachment.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: g3, h3, h6 -complaint allegation is not confirmed.Based on the information provided which may include the device (if available and returned), pictures, videos, event description, and any additional information from the field, arthrex was able to conclude a most likely cause.The most likely cause for the reported failure can be attributed to user error due to allowing the rotating portion to touch any metallic object during use.

• Brand Name: BURR, OVAL, 8 FLUTE 4.0MM X 13CM
• Common Device Name: BURR,SURGICAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 1945
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHREX, INC.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 -194
• Manufacturer Contact: jared engle ; 8009337001-73216
• MDR Report Key: 24470167
• Report Number: 1220246-2026-01060
• Device Sequence Number: 10308464
• Product Code: GFF
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• 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): 06/19/2026

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: BURR, OVAL, 8 FLUTE 4.0MM X 13CM
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-8400OBE
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/06/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/18/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/27/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 06/19/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown