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Terminated

Bigliani/Flatow The Complete Solution Fukuda Retractors Large Nonsterile 4305-19-40. Used in retracting the humeral shaft posteriorly and exposing the entire glenoid surface.

FDA Recall Z-1620-2013 · Posted 2013-07-01

Recalling FirmZimmer, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLXH
Date Initiated2013-05-23
Date Terminated2014-12-18
Product Quantity722 units (includes 2010 market withdrawal)

Reason for Recall

This is a recall expansion from the 2010 recall which now includes seven additional lots that were not previously included. Zimmer, Inc. is initiating a recall of small and large Fukuda-type retractors due to fractures occurring at the grooves around the perimeter of the blades while being used during surgery.

Firm Action

In 2010, Zimmer initiated a recall of the Bigliani/Flatow Fukuda Retractors due to fractures occurring at the grooves around the perimeter of the blades. Zimmer is expanding this recall to include seven lots that were not previously included. On 5/23/13, an Urgent Medical Device Recall notification letter went to all consignees explaining the recall expansion and risk associated with the recall. All consignees are to locate and quarantine the device immediately. Please return the product along with the completed inventory certification form to Zimmer. If you have any questions regarding this recall, call Zimmer at 877-946-2761.

Root Cause

Device Design

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including the states of NY, MI, MN, OH, IN, IL, VA, MD, PA, WA, KY, CT, RI, NH, TX, MT, and CA and the countries of Chile, China, South Korea, and Australia.

Official Source

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

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