| | Class 2 Recall LCP Volar Distal Radius Plate Extra Articular 4H HD-RT-Long |  |
| Date Posted |
January 11, 2007 |
| Recall Number |
Z-0489-2007 |
| Product |
LCP Volar Distal Radius Plate Extra Articular 4H HD-RT-Long, LCP Volar Distal Radius Plate 2.4 mm, Catalog number 242.465 |
| Code Information |
Catalog number 242.465, Lot number 5373486
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Synthes 1302 Wrights Ln E West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-3417 |
| For Additional Information Contact |
Scott Eden 800-620-7025
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Reason for Recall |
Hole is malformed, leading to reduced construct strength.
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| Action |
All Sales Consultants were notified of the recall via teleconference on 12/5/06. The telephone script, part number and affected lot were communicated to the consultants during the teleconference. They were instructed to retrieve the affected product from the field. |
| Quantity in Commerce |
11 units |
| Distribution |
The products were shipped to medical facilities in NJ, TN, LA, and KS. The products were also shipped to sales reps in PA, SC, and CA. The product was also shipped to Canada. |
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