MAUDE Adverse Event Report: Arthrex, Inc. BONE CUTTER,5.5MM X 13CM; SAW BLADE

Model Number	BONE CUTTER,5.5MM X 13CM
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Fragmentation (1261)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	09/07/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during the acromioclavicular joint resection, small metal particles were released from the ar-8550bc.The surgeon did not apply excessive leverage, as the patient¿s bone was not particularly hard.The metal fragments were retrieved from the patient.Per complaint reporter there was no harm for patient, operator or third party.The surgery was finished successfully with the same device.It was not necessary to switch the surgical technique or do a second surgery.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is in process.A follow-up report will be provided upon availability of additional information.

• Brand Name: BONE CUTTER,5.5MM X 13CM
• Common Device Name: SAW BLADE
• Manufacturer (Section D): Arthrex, Inc.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 -194
• Manufacturer (Section G): Arthrex, Inc.; 1370 creekside boulevard; naples FL 34108 -194
• Manufacturer Contact: jared engle ; +1(800)933-7001
• MDR Report Key: 50855108
• Report Number: 1220246-2026-04849
• Device Sequence Number: 9936099
• Product Code: GFA
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00888867043930
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: BE
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 09/22/2026

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: BONE CUTTER,5.5MM X 13CM
• Device Catalogue Number: AR-8550BC
• Device Lot Number: 15607418
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 09/07/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 09/22/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/16/2026
• 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