MAUDE Adverse Event Report: STRYKER SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS LAKELAND; ARTHROSCOPE

Model Number 375-941-000

Device Problems Break (1069); Thermal Decomposition of Device (1071)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Date 02/12/2018

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was returned to stryker sustainability solutions for evaluation.The visual inspection revealed the inner and outer shafts did detach readily, there was no obvious bend in the inner or outer shaft.There was no galling observed along the inside diameter of the outer shaft, which would indicate these areas may have experienced friction or metal-to-metal contact during clinical use.The cutting surfaces of the outer shaft had a piece of metal broken off at the cutting edge on one side.The inner shaft tip appeared to have debris on the surface but no damage apparent anywhere on the cutting surfaces.Swabs of the outer and inner blade areas showed some clinical debris but no metal shavings.A review of the dhr for the reported lot number supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.Therefore, the most likely root causes are the user applied too much force to the device or the arthroscopic shaver may have come into contact with staples, clips or another metal object, resulting in damage to the blade.The instructions for use (ifu) state: before beginning the procedure, verify compatibility of all instruments and accessories.Plug in and set up the generator according to the instructions in the manufacturers¿ manual.Select an arthroscopic shaver with size, blade, and function most appropriate for the procedure.Inspect the instrument for overall condition and physical integrity.Do not use the instrument if any damage is noted.Return the instrument and packaging to stryker sustainability solutions if it is not in acceptable condition for surgery.Follow a suitable surgery protocol.Careful handling of the instrument is necessary to avoid damage or breakage as a result of excessive force.Do not apply excessive pressure or ¿side-load¿ the blade during use.Side-loading does not improve the performance of the instrument, can dull the blade, and/or produce metal particulates.Do not allow the arthroscopic shaver to come into contact with staples, clips or any metal object to avoid damage to the blade and possible patient injury.The tip of the bur or cutter must be irrigated periodically (general recommendation: once a minute) to cool the blade and prevent excised tissues from accumulating.Do not run the instrument without appropriate suction for the duration of the process.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post-market surveillance.

Event Description

It was reported the burr burnt through the metal covering of the arthroscopic shaver.The patient was not burned.There was metal in the patient that was retrieved by a full-size c arm via fluoroscopy.No visible metal was left in the patient.The device was replaced to successfully complete the procedure.There was no patient injury and extended procedure time reported was minimal.These are commonly used devices that are readily available.

• Brand Name: NA
• Type of Device: ARTHROSCOPE
• Manufacturer (Section D): STRYKER SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS LAKELAND; 5307 great oak drive; lakeland FL 33815
• Manufacturer (Section G): STRYKER SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS LAKELAND; 5307 great oak drive; lakeland FL 33815
• Manufacturer Contact: marissa richmond ; 1810 w. drake drive; tempe, AZ 85283 ; 8888883433
• MDR Report Key: 7380972
• MDR Text Key: 103795547
• Report Number: 0001056128-2018-00017
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HRX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00885825014445
• UDI-Public: (01)00885825014445(17)200227(10)5481220
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K012605
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 03/29/2018

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
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 02/27/2020
• Device Model Number: 375-941-000
• Device Catalogue Number: 375-941-000RR
• Device Lot Number: 5481220
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 02/22/2018
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/02/2018
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/29/2018
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/09/2016
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: Yes
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1