FDA Enforcement Class II Terminated

Cannulated graduated drill bit 1.9 mm diameter, with AO QC system, REF: INS-114 for use in orthopedic surgery.

Recall: Z-2236-2021 · Reported August 18, 2021

Enforcement

Recall Number
Z-2236-2021
Event ID
88307
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Product Type
Devices
Firm
NEOSTEO
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial Notification
Letter
Report Date
August 18, 2021
Initiation Date
November 3, 2020
Classification Date
August 9, 2021
Termination Date
December 6, 2021
Address
2 rue Robert Schuman, N/A, Reze, N/A, N/A, France

Description

Cannulated graduated drill bit 1.9 mm diameter, with AO QC system, REF: INS-114 for use in orthopedic surgery.

Reason

Traces of corrosion on the laser marking was detected on cannulated graduated drill bit, which could lead to the emission of wear / corrosion particles in the operated area, potentially leading to the following risks: Inflammation, pain, allergy, adverse tissue reaction. Device description: The drill bit is used to create the hole required for the introduction of the screw, it is suitable for Neosteo compression screws for cortical and spongy bone. Drilling depth can be read on the instrument. The shaft is coupled with the ¿4.5mm surgical motor using a AO ¿4.5mm male drive connexion. The countersink bit is coupled to a ¿1.0mm k-wire to ensure guiding while drilling. The instrument is packaged in a plastic sheath sealed by welding.

Code Info

Lot: 243-20

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the state of New Jersey.

Quantity

25