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Synthes ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bit, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit HXC, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit with 2.35mm x 33.5mm Shaft

FDA device recall Z-1669-2014 · posted 2014-05-29 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes, Inc.
Reason for recall
Certain lots of the ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bits have an increased potential to break during use.
Action taken
DePuy Synthes sent a Recall letter, dated April 29, 2014, to affected customers. The letter identified the affected customers, problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to discontinue use and distribution of the device and to return affected devices to Synthes. For questions call 610-719-5450.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
GFG
Quantity affected
6690
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2014-04-29
Date posted
2014-05-29
Date terminated
2016-05-19
Location
West Chester, PA

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