Ergo 3.2mm K-wire - Product Usage: The devices is used assist the surgeon in the implantation of Equinoxe Shoulder System components according to a conventional technique for total shoulder replacement. The wire is single-use, provided sterile, and intended for transient use.
FDA Recall Z-0168-2020 · Posted None
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Recalling FirmExactech, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLRN
Date Initiated2019-09-10
Date Terminated2023-05-01
Product Quantity158 devices
Reason for Recall
Potential for the wire to fracture at the threads and remain in the glenoid.
Firm Action
Exactech notified customers of the recall on about 09/10/2019, via "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter. Customers were informed that Exactech had received reports of the 3.2mm K-Wire fracturing at the threads and remaining in the glenoid.
Instructions included to immediately cease distribution of or use of the product, provide the recall information to accounts that may have the affected product in their possession, identify and quarantine any affected products in inventory, and complete and return the attached Recall Acknowledgement Form and Recall Inventory Response form to Exactech via email at [email protected].
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide including the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, IN, KS, LA, MN, NY, NY, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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