MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. FULL RADIUS BLADE 5.5MM SER 3000; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES

Catalog Number	7206010
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Fragmentation (1261)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	Foreign Body In Patient (2687); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	04/08/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).H6: this complaint was opened by smith+nephew to document a patient complication related to a product problem with a smith+nephew device.The reported issue(s) relate 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 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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during shoulder arthroscopy, metal shavings of three (3) full radius blade were observed everywhere in the shoulder.The procedure was completed with a surgical delay of less than 30 minutes using the same device.No further complications were reported.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during shoulder arthroscopy, metal shavings of a full radius blade were observed everywhere in the shoulder.The shavings were removed using suction.The procedure was completed with a surgical delay of less than 30 minutes using the same device.No further complications were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Internal complaint reference (b)(4).H11 event description, type of reportable event and impact/health codes corrected.H3, h6: a device deficiency was not identified, and the root cause of the reported event could not be determined since the device was not returned for evaluation.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.The instructions for use were reviewed and found to include conditions of off label use and technique specifics, as well as precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.If any additional information related to this event is received in the future, this investigation will be reopened for further assessment.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that, during shoulder arthroscopy, metal shavings of a full radius blade were observed everywhere in the shoulder.The shavings were removed using suction and a back up shaver.The procedure was completed with a surgical delay of less than 30 minutes.No further complications were reported.

• Brand Name: FULL RADIUS BLADE 5.5MM SER 3000
• Common Device Name: SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 130 forbes blvd.; mansfield MA 02048
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis, TN 38116 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 25044937
• Report Number: 1219602-2026-01257
• Device Sequence Number: 21263797
• Product Code: HAB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010440235
• UDI-Public: 3596010440235
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: AL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/10/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 7206010
• Device Lot Number: 51333203
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/10/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/01/2026; 06/08/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/30/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/07/2026; 06/10/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/02/2025
• 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
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Required Intervention; Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown