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Synthes InSitu Bender Cutter Kit Narrow Sterile Catalog number 530.522S, used with Synthes Rapid Resorbable Fixation Sys

FDA device recall Z-1249-2009 · posted 2009-06-01 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes Spine
Reason for recall
The bender is heating prior to activation of the power button, requiring disassembly to stop heating.
Action taken
All affected Synthes CMF Sales Consultants were notified of the Medical Device Recall by phone on 12/19/08 and by letter sent via return receipt email on 12/22/08. All affected hospitals were notified by letter mailed on 12/22/08 via USPS certified mail.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
HRS
Quantity affected
40 units
Distribution
Nationwide distribution: AL, CA, KS, LA, MD, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, and UT
Date initiated
2008-12-18
Date posted
2009-06-01
Date terminated
2009-12-15
Location
West Chester, PA

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RecordFirmDate
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