Long Nail Kit R2.0, Ti RIGHT 011x360 mm x 125 degrees; Sterile, TI Alloy, Implant; Catalog number 3225-0360S. Stryker Trauma GmbH, 24232 Schenjrchen, Germany; distributed in USA by Howmedica Osteonics Corp, 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430. Intended for temporary fixation, correction, or stabilization of the right femur.
FDA Recall Z-2340-2010 · Posted 2010-09-02
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Recalling FirmStryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHSB
Date Initiated2010-07-23
Date Terminated2012-08-06
Product Quantity12 units
Reason for Recall
The nail has no thread for the set screw hindering insertion.
Firm Action
Urgent Product Recall letters were sent on July 23, 2010 by Federal Express to Stryker branches. A corrected letter was sent on July 26, 2010 to correct an error in the size of the screw. Additionally, letters were sent on July 26, 2010 to Hospital Risk Managers, Chief of Orthopaedics and Surgeons. The letter identified the affected product, explained the issue, discussed the potential hazard, and the risk mitigation. Customers are to examine their inventory, retrieve all affected product and return it; then reconcile all products on the Product Recall Acknowledgement Form and fax it back. Questions should be directed towards Richard Wolyn at 201-972-2100.
Root Cause
Process control
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution -- NJ, NY, DE, IN, WI, IL, PA and NM.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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