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| Catalog Number |
72201993 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/12/2026
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that, during a hip labrum repair, one (1) osteoraptor suture anchor broke.The procedure was resumed, using an equivalent s+n backup; however, it is unknown if there was a surgical delay.No further complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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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 inherent device and/or procedural risks 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 conservatively submitting this report in accordance with applicable regulations.If additional investigative findings or information becomes available that alter the conclusions of this report, a follow-up report will be submitted as required.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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H11 h3, h6 the reported device was received for evaluation.A visual inspection showed the device was returned in original packaging with the batch number of the complaint on the label.The anchor is on the insertion device with no visible defect on either part other than bio debris.The sutures were not returned.Bio debris is present.A material characteristics assessment found that based on the condition of the product material found during visual inspection, no fracture of the implant could be confirmed so additional material testing was 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 characteristics found that found that the storage requirements for the material are specified, and the material must comply with provided percentage composition specifications as measured by ash test.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 issues during setup of the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.
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