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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. SURESHOT TARGETER; ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT

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Catalog Number 71692801
Device Problem Device Displays Incorrect Message (2591)
Patient Problem No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
Event Date 07/05/2018
Event Type  malfunction  
Event Description
During the surgery, the sureshot targeter didn't work after connecting to the contorller, the information on the monitor shows " the targeter is broken, please exchange".
 
Manufacturer Narrative
The associated sureshot targeter was returned and evaluated.Visual inspection of the product found minor stains on the grey rubber over molding.Our investigation has confirmed the stated failure.This failure mode has been previously identified and the device is currently being redesigned to help reduce/eliminate this issue from recurrence.No additional actions are being taken at this time.However we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate further as necessary.When having complications with a sureshot device, we encourage you to refer to user manual for trouble shooting suggestions.We consider this investigation closed.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.
 
Manufacturer Narrative
The associated sureshot targeter was returned and evaluated.Visual inspection of the product found minor stains on the grey rubber over molding.A serial number was provided and the review of the manufacturing records for the listed serial number did not reveal any deviation from the standard manufacturing processes.A functional evaluation was performed by connecting the sureshot targeter to the sureshot interface unit.An error message was displayed which read, ¿sureshot targeter invalid or broken tool please exchange.¿ thus, the stated failure was confirmed.The targeter is a reusable device that can be exposed to numerous surgeries and cleaning cycles.Damage from repeated use can occur and some causes for the malfunction would include a broken cable, damaged connector, broken srom connection, and/or silicone overmolding failure.Our investigation found that the subject device has been previously evaluated for similar events and an upgrade to the targeter has taken place.A second generation targeter has been released and is available (please reference device (b)(4).For use.The sureshot device user manual is available, identifying pre-operative requirements for use and troubleshooting suggestions if needed.No additional actions are being taken at this time; however we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate further as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Credit has been issued for the device.
 
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Brand Name
SURESHOT TARGETER
Type of Device
ORTHOPEDIC STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT
Manufacturer (Section D)
SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
1450 brooks road
memphis TN 38116
MDR Report Key7716750
MDR Text Key114933857
Report Number1020279-2018-01380
Device Sequence Number1
Product Code OLO
Combination Product (y/n)N
PMA/PMN Number
K092497
Number of Events Reported1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Report Source Manufacturer
Source Type company representative,foreig
Type of Report Initial,Followup,Followup
Report Date 06/12/2019
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
Device Operator Health Professional
Device Catalogue Number71692801
Was Device Available for Evaluation? Yes
Initial Date Manufacturer Received 07/05/2018
Initial Date FDA Received07/24/2018
Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received07/05/2018
07/05/2018
Supplement Dates FDA Received10/18/2018
06/12/2019
Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device? No
Patient Sequence Number1
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