SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEE
Received May 14, 2026 · Event occurred Apr 24, 2026
Report 1220246-2026-02836 · MDR key 25170391
Device
Generic name
Manual Instr, General Surgical
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.Model number
SCORPION NEEDLE, KNEECatalog number
AR-12990N
Lot number
15529679
Product problems
- Fracture
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 28TH APRIL 2026, IT WAS REPORTED BY AN ARTHREX EMPLOYEE VIA EMAIL THAT FOR AN AR-12990N, SCORPION¿ NEEDLE, KNEE, THE FRACTURE OCCURRED WITHIN THE SCORPION. THIS WAS DETECTED DURING AN UNSPECIFIED PROCEDURE ON (B)(6) 2026. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING ONLY A COMPETITOR'S DEVICE. NO SIGNIFICANT SURGERY DELAY REPORTED. NO ADDITIONAL ANESTHESIA ADMINISTERED TO THE PATIENT.