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Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guide intended for oral, maxillofacial surgery; trauma and reconstructive s

FDA device recall Z-0992-2014 · posted 2014-02-19 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes, Inc.
Reason for recall
One lot of Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guides (part No. 03.503.043) has a gray colored band instead of a green colored band as pictured in the Technique Guide.
Action taken
A recall letter, dated January 27, 2014, was sent to end users and sales consultants.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
FZX
Quantity affected
12
Distribution
US distribution to MI, TX, and CA.
Date initiated
2014-01-27
Date posted
2014-02-19
Date terminated
2015-07-20
Location
West Chester, PA

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