MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHROCARE CORPORATION 2.8MM Q-FIX ALL SUTURE ANCHOR; FASTENER, FIXATION, NONDEGRADABLE, SOFT TISSUE

Catalog Number	25-2800
Medical Device Problem Code	Break (1069)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/06/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a rotator cuff repair surgery, the suture of (2) two q-fix anchors broke when they were deployed.The suture was removed.The procedure was resumed, after a non-significant delay, using an equivalent sn back up.The back up was used in the originally drilled bone hole.There was no void left in the patient.The insertion site was cleared of al debris prior to the insertion.Patient status is fine.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: internal complaint reference case-(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.H3, h6.The reported device was received for evaluation.A visual evaluation showed that two devices were returned together in a single bag without original packaging.Device one, the anchor and sutures were not returned.The cleat is fully extended.Bio debris is present.Device two, the anchor is still in the insertion tube.Bio debris is inside the tube and on the anchor.The sutures still run through the cannula to the cleat.The sutures have no visible defect.The cleat is fully extended.A functional evaluation of each device showed the drivers can no longer be used to advance the anchors as the spool cleat are fully extended from the body of the handles and the ratchets are locked.A material assessment of device one could not be performed due to the part not being returned for evaluation.Based on the condition of the device two's material found during visual inspection, no break of the suture could be confirmed.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 specification found that the suture diameter and knot pull suture strength are specified and a certificate of analysis is required with each shipment.The root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.Factors that can contribute to the reported event include excessive force on the device, excessive torque on the device, attempted correction of a damaged device, off-axis insertion, improper preparation of the insertion site, or an inadvertent impact event inconsistent with normal use.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.

• Brand Name: 2.8MM Q-FIX ALL SUTURE 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: 24723813
• Report Number: 3006524618-2026-00153
• Device Sequence Number: 10331353
• Product Code: MBI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885556724644
• UDI-Public: 885556724644
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K133727
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/07/2026

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: 25-2800
• Device Lot Number: 2177677
• 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: 03/06/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/04/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/30/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/07/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/11/2025
• 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