FDA Recall Terminated

PRODISC Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrument, strut used in spinal surgery. Part numbers 03.820.350 and 03.820.352. Used to hold the disc segment open and facilitate discectomy

Recall: Z-1383-2017 · Initiated January 31, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1383-2017
Event Number
76487
Firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
FEI Number
3008812560
Product Code
LXH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
January 31, 2017
Posted
February 27, 2017
Terminated
December 1, 2017
Address
1301 Goshen Pkwy, West Chester, PA, 19380-5986

Description

PRODISC Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrument, strut used in spinal surgery. Part numbers 03.820.350 and 03.820.352. Used to hold the disc segment open and facilitate discectomy

Reason

These items are incorrectly etched and labeled. The item etched and labeled as 10mm Strut 03.820.350 lot 5919005 is a 12 mm Strut. The item etched and labeled as 12 mm Strut 03.820.352 lot 5919006 is a 10 mm Strut.

Action

DePuy Synthes mailed an Urgent Notice to customers affected by the issue on 02/13/2017. The reason for the recall was explained, risks associated with the issue were identified, and actions to be taken were addressed. Customers were asked to complete the enclosed Verification form and mail it back to obtain a Return Authorization Number for the product's return. Customers with questions were instructed to call 610-719-5450 or contact their DePuy Synthes Sales Consultant. For questions regarding this recall call 800-479-6329.

Distribution

US distribution to TX and LA

Quantity

2 units