MalfunctionMDM
SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEE
Received Mar 16, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 20, 2026
Report 1220246-2026-01411 · MDR key 24603869
Device
Generic name
Manual Instr, General Surgical
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.Model number
SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEECatalog number
AR-12990N
Lot number
15450613
Product problems
- Break
Patient
NA · Unknown
- 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
ON (B)(6), IT WAS REPORTED BY A SALES REPRESENTATIVE VIA SEMS-(B)(4) THAT A QTY. 2 OF AR-12990N SCORPION NEEDLE TIPS BROKE. THIS WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PROCEDURE WITH NO PATIENT HARM. THE BROKEN PIECES WERE RETRIEVED PRIOR TO THE CLOSING OF CASE.