| Date Posted |
February 24, 2010 |
| Recall Number |
Z-0825-2010 |
| Product |
Synthes In Situ Bender/Cutter Kit-Wide-Sterile. Catalog Number 530.521S. |
| Code Information |
All lots.
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Synthes USA (HQ), Inc. 1302 Wrights Ln E West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-3417 |
| Consumer Instructions |
No consumer action necessary |
| For Additional Information Contact |
Customer Service 800-479-6329
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Reason for Recall |
There is the potential for the bender/cutter attachment to continue heating after release of the power
button. There is potential for patient and/or staff injury if continuous heating is unrecognized.
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| Action |
An "Urgent: Medical Device Recall" letter dated January 8, 2010 was issued to customers via USPS Certified mail. The letter described the issue and affected product. Customers were notified to cease use of the recalled product, examine inventory and follow instructions for return to the firm as indicated in the recall letter. For questions, please call 1-800-620-7025 x 5452 or 1-610-719-5452 or contact your Synthes CMF Sales Consultant. |
| Quantity in Commerce |
187 units |
| Distribution |
Nationwide Distribution. |
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