FDA Enforcement Class II Terminated

Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate Product Usage: The Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set offers fixation for immediate stabilization to allow bone fusion. Commercially pure titanium implants are biocompatible. The wide selection of implants accommodates variable anatomy; precisely crafted instruments facilitate implant placement. Implant plate lateral slant of holes allows for angulation of screws. Elongated central holes provide flexibility in screw placement. Wide selection of length's accommodates individual case requirements.

Recall: Z-1174-2014 · Reported March 19, 2014

Enforcement

Recall Number
Z-1174-2014
Event ID
67391
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Product Type
Devices
Firm
Synthes, Inc.
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial Notification
Letter
Report Date
March 19, 2014
Initiation Date
January 27, 2014
Classification Date
March 10, 2014
Termination Date
August 26, 2016
Address
1302 Wrights Ln E, N/A, West Chester, PA, 19380-3417, United States

Description

Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate Product Usage: The Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set offers fixation for immediate stabilization to allow bone fusion. Commercially pure titanium implants are biocompatible. The wide selection of implants accommodates variable anatomy; precisely crafted instruments facilitate implant placement. Implant plate lateral slant of holes allows for angulation of screws. Elongated central holes provide flexibility in screw placement. Wide selection of length's accommodates individual case requirements.

Reason

Certain modules containing the Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set was distributed by Spine sales consultants although it was contraindicated for certain spine applications.

Code Info

All lots of Parts 489.401, 489.402, 489.412, 489.413, 489.414, 489.415, 489.418, 489.423, 489.424, and 489.425.

Distribution

USA Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

18747