KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE OPEN REPAIR IMPLAN
Received Apr 10, 2026 · Event occurred Mar 13, 2026
Report 1220246-2026-02137 · MDR key 24844258
Device
Generic name
Washer, Bolt, Nut
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.Model number
KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE OPEN REPAIR IMPLANCatalog number
AR-2372BLO
Lot number
15516193
Product problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient
NA · Unknown
- Insufficient Information
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 20-MAR-2026, A SALES REPRESENTATIVE REPORTED VIA EMAIL THAT AN AR-2372BLO KNOTLESS AC TIGHTROPE OPEN REPAIR IMPLANT EXPERIENCED AN ISSUE DURING AN AC JOINT RECONSTRUCTION PROCEDURE ON (B)(6) 2026. THE IMPLANT BUTTON WAS NOT FULLY SECURED TO THE INSERTER AND DEPLOYED PREMATURELY DURING PASSAGE THROUGH THE CLAVICLE TUNNEL. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE STYLET REMAINED IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSERTION. ALL COMPONENTS WERE RETRIEVED FROM THE PATIENT. A REPLACEMENT AR-2372BLO IMPLANT WAS USED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE. THE CASE WAS DELAYED APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES, AND NO ADDITIONAL ANESTHESIA OR PATIENT HARM WAS REPORTED.