Synthes Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail (TFN)-Helical Blade Synthes Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail (TFN)-Helical Blade is used to treat stable and unstable fractures of the proximal femur including pertrochanteric fractures, intertrochanteric fractures, basal neck fractures, and combinations thereof. The long TFN is additionally indicated for subtrochanteric fractures, pertrochanteric fractures associated with shaft fractures, pathologic fractures (including prophylactic use) in both trochanteric and diaphyseal regions, long subtrochanteric fractures, proximal or distal non-unions, malunions, and revisions.

A potential exists for non conforming Synthes Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail (TFN)-Helical Blades to be distributed.

Synthes sent a Field Safety Notice dated October 3, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review the options provided in the Field Safety Notice to clarify and mitigate the potential risk. Customers were asked to prepare a list of the affected part and lot numbers and contact the Complaint Unit at 610-719-5596 to receive a Return Authorization Number. Complete and return the Verification Form with the product and Return Authorization number. Customers were also asked to forward the Field Safety Notice to anyone in their facility that needs to be informed. Customers were asked to maintain a copy of the Field Safety Notice. Customers with questions were asked to call 610-719-5450 or contact their Synthes Sales Consultant. For questions regarding this recall call 610-719-5000.