FDA Recall Terminated

Arthrex Burr, Oval, 12 Flute, 5.5 mm x 13 cm (AR-8550OBT) These devices are indicated for resection of soft and osseous tissues in both large and small articular cavities during arthroscopic procedures.

Recall: Z-1206-2019 · Initiated January 14, 2019

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1206-2019
Event Number
82009
Firm
Arthrex, Inc.
FEI Number
1220246
Product Code
GFF
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Unknown/Undetermined by firm
Initiated
January 14, 2019
Terminated
August 31, 2023
Address
1370 Creekside Blvd, Naples, FL, 34108-1945

Description

Arthrex Burr, Oval, 12 Flute, 5.5 mm x 13 cm (AR-8550OBT) These devices are indicated for resection of soft and osseous tissues in both large and small articular cavities during arthroscopic procedures.

Reason

Devices may generate excessive heat during use.

Action

On January 14, 2019, the firm, Arthrex, sent an "URGENT: VOLUNTARY PRODUCT RECALL NOTIFICATIONS" to all firms that received this device. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to do the following: 1. Immediately discontinue use, sale, and distribution of the affected product 2. Direct customers: a) Please contact Arthrex Product Surveillance at 866-267-9138 or [email protected]. Our Product Surveillance Specialists are available to answer questions regarding credit for affected devices in your possession. b) You do not need to notify any patients of this product recall. 3. Arthrex Agencies: a) Please contact [email protected] as soon as possible to arrange for return of the affected product. b) You do not need to notify any customers as Arthrex will be notifying customers directly . 4. If you have any questions about this product recall, please contact Arthrex Product Surveillance at 866-267-9138 or complaints@art hrex.com .

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NH, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and WY; and to countries of: Germany, Brazil and Australia.

Quantity

2324