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Synthes Cannulated Distal Femoral Nail (Trauma Nail), Part Number 450.851S, 420MM-Sterile. Orthppedic implant device.

FDA device recall Z-2243-2013 · posted 2013-09-18 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Reason for recall
Firm discovered that a nail that was within the scope of a previous Trauma Nail recall had been distributed.
Action taken
A letter dated April 18, 2013 was sent to one consignee who was identified as receiving the affected device. A review of inventory and return of any affected product on hand was requested. Negative responses were also requested.
Root cause
Packaging process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
HTY
Quantity affected
1
Distribution
US distribution to MA.
Date initiated
2013-04-18
Date posted
2013-09-18
Date terminated
2015-03-30
Location
West Chester, PA

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