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Synthes Screw Inserter; for use with Intramedullary Rod, orthopedic device. Used to secure the head element to the head

FDA device recall Z-0126-2016 · posted 2015-10-15 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Reason for recall
Certain lots of the Screw Inserter may be etched with incorrect graphics. The orientation of the etched image of the oblique angle on the Screw Inserter may not correspond to the tip of the angle of the instrument.
Action taken
DePuy Synthes sent an urgent notice of medical device recall letter dated September 21, 2015, to all affected customers to notify them about the issue, the potential risks, and to provide instructions for return of the completed response form and affected devices. Customers with questions were instructed to call 610-719-5450.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
HSB
Quantity affected
793
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2015-09-21
Date posted
2015-10-15
Date terminated
2016-08-26
Location
West Chester, PA

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