FDA Recall Terminated

Retractor f/Sciatic Nerve Long; Part number: 03.100.014; UDI: 10886982070630

Recall: Z-1759-2018 · Initiated April 2, 2018

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1759-2018
Event Number
79850
Firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
FEI Number
3008812560
Product Code
GAD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
April 2, 2018
Terminated
October 16, 2019
Address
1301 Goshen Pkwy, West Chester, PA, 19380-5986

Description

Retractor f/Sciatic Nerve Long; Part number: 03.100.014; UDI: 10886982070630

Reason

There is a potential for microspores to form on the hollow handle of the Sciatic Nerve Retractor. The pores may increase in size, allowing fluid to enter the hollow handle.

Action

On April 2, 2018 Synthes (USA) LLC mailed an Urgent Product Recall notification letter to affected customers. Customers were instructed to: Review current inventory to identify and quarantine all affected products; Complete the Verification section of the Return Receipt form; Return affected product; Forward the notification to anyone in your facility that needs to be informed; If affected products have been forwarded to another facility, contact that facility to arrange return; Keep a copy of the notification. Customers with questions may call (610)719-5450 or contact your Depuy Synthese Sales Consultant.

Distribution

US Nationwide and Canada

Quantity

196