MalfunctionMDM
SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEE
Received Dec 8, 2025 · Event occurred Nov 15, 2025
Report 1220246-2025-05476 · MDR key 23743755
Device
Generic name
Manual Instr, General Surgical
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.Model number
SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEECatalog number
AR-12990N
Lot number
15336337
Product problems
- Break
- Break
Patient
NA · Unknown
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
Narrative
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
INVESTIGATION IS IN PROCESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Description of Event or Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT WHILE IN USE THE NEEDLE AR-12990N (LOT: 15336337) SNAPPED INSIDE THE SCORPION DEVICE. THERE WAS NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY REPORTED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION RECEIVED.