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ArthroCare Opus SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device; Catalog Number: OM-7500.

FDA device recall Z-1952-2011 · posted 2011-04-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
ArthroCare Corporation
Reason for recall
During surgical procedure the product has the potential for separation of the plug guide. Separation of the plug guide may compromise the ability of the inserter to fully drive the implant completely into the bone, which may also compromise the ability to tension the suture properly.
Action taken
On 9/30/2010, Arthrocare notified customers via letters explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be returned.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
MBI
Quantity affected
170 units
Distribution
Product was released for distribution in US.
Date initiated
2010-09-30
Date posted
2011-04-12
Date terminated
2011-08-01
Location
Sunnyvale, CA

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OPUS SPEEDLOCK KNOTLESS FIXATION DEVICE (K090615)Arthrocare Corp.2009-06-03