KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE OPEN REPAIR IMPLAN
Received Mar 19, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 26, 2026
Report 1220246-2026-01530 · MDR key 24640529
Device
Generic name
Washer, Bolt, Nut
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.Model number
KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE OPEN REPAIR IMPLANCatalog number
AR-2372BLO
Lot number
15415161
Product problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient
NA · Unknown
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
ON 27-FEB-2026, AN ARTHREX SUBSIDIARY EMPLOYEE REPORTED VIA EMAIL THAT AN AR-2372BLO KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE BUTTON CAME OFF DURING INSERTION. THE SURGEON ATTEMPTED TO DEPLOY THE BUTTON MULTIPLE TIMES, BUT IT WOULD NOT GRIP AND DETACHED IMMEDIATELY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED USING ANOTHER AR-2372BLO KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE DEVICE. THIS ISSUE WAS DISCOVERED DURING A PROCEDURE ON (B)(6) 2026. NO SIGNIFICANT SURGICAL DELAY WAS REPORTED, AND NO ADDITIONAL ANESTHESIA WAS ADMINISTERED. NO ADVERSE PATIENT EFFECTS WERE REPORTED DURING OR AFTER THE PROCEDURE RELATED TO THIS ISSUE.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
INVESTIGATION IS IN PROCESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.