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Terminated

Synthes Screw Inserter; for use with Intramedullary Rod, orthopedic device. Used to secure the head element to the head element inserter to prevent disengagement during head element insertion.

FDA Recall Z-0126-2016 · Posted 2015-10-15

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHSB
Date Initiated2015-09-21
Date Terminated2016-08-26
Product Quantity793

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.

Firm Action

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

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Distribution

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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