MAUDE Adverse Event Report: B.BRAUN SURGICAL SA SUPRAMID BLACK 4/0 (1.5) 75CM DS19; OTHER SUTURE

Model Number C0714208

Device Problems Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Material Integrity Problem (2978)

Patient Problem No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Pma/510k: reported device not marketed in the u.S., however, similar devices or devices that share components, raw materials, process methods or other technological characteristics are registered within the u.S.K990090.Samples received: there are no samples available.Analysis and results: there are no previous complaints of the same code-batch.We manufactured and distributed in the market 2,088 units of this code-batch.There are no units in our stock.We have not received any sample for analysis.Without any samples we cannot carry out an analysis in order to take a decision.Reviewed the batch manufacturing record, this product had a normal process and the results during the process fulfil usp/ep and b.Braun surgical requirements.Needle attachment strength results on samples during the process were 0.96 kgf in average and 0.64 kgf in minimum and fulfilled the requirements of the european pharmacopoeia (ep requirements: 0.46 kgf in average and 0.23 kgf in minimum).Final conclusion: without samples we are not in position of studying if the affected product does not fulfil the specifications.In consequence, a proper analysis cannot be done and the case is not confirmed due to lack of evidence.Nevertheless, we take note of this incidence and if any sample is received in the future, we will re-open the case and analyze it.Please note that when no samples are received our analysis is very limited.Actions on product distributed of this reference/batch: based on the conclusion derived from investigation, it is not required to make actions in distributed product.No corrective/preventive actions needed.

Event Description

It was reported that there is an issue with a needle detachment.The reporter indicated that the thread split from the needle.Additional information is not available.Patient information is not available.

• Brand Name: SUPRAMID BLACK 4/0 (1.5) 75CM DS19
• Type of Device: OTHER SUTURE
• Manufacturer (Section D): B.BRAUN SURGICAL SA; 121 carretera de terrassa; rubi, 08191 ; SP 08191
• Manufacturer (Section G): B/ BRAUN SURGICAL SA; 121 carretera de terrassa; rubi, 08191 ; SP 08191
• Manufacturer Contact: silvia orus ; carretera de terrassa, 121; rubi, barcelona 08191 ; SP 08191
• MDR Report Key: 9837256
• MDR Text Key: 183664405
• Report Number: 3003639970-2020-00130
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GAR
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: HU
• PMA/PMN Number: SEE H10
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,foreig
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 03/16/2020

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 Model Number: C0714208
• Device Catalogue Number: C0714208
• Device Lot Number: 618521V030
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 01/22/2020
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/16/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1