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FDAFDA · Food and drugs·Recall number Z-1952-2013

Synthes Flexible Medullary Reamer. Intended to be used to facilitate the preparation of the intramedullary cavity.

Published August 21, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 11, 2013

Status when published: Terminated — openFDA updates weekly, so this field may not reflect the current status. Always confirm with the official notice.

What's the hazard

Due to the coiled design for this product, the product is difficult to clean and the potential for corrosion on the device exists. The potential for harm exists if there is an introduction of foreign material at the operative site originating from the presence of corrosion and/or the retained undefined material that could not be adequately cleaned.

What to do

Voluntary: Firm initiated · Letter

Recall details

Manufacturer
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Distributor
Nationwide Distribution.
Lot
All lots with part number 359.106, 359.107, 359.108, 359.109, 359.110, 359.111, 359.112, 359.113, 359.114, 359.115
Risk classification
Class II
Area (FDA)
device
Country
United States

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