Class 2 Device Recall ENDOFUSE(R) Fusion Rods

• Date Initiated by Firm: April 20, 2011
• Date Posted: June 17, 2011
• Recall Status: Terminated on December 27, 2012
• Recall Number: Z-2589-2011
• Recall Event ID: 58717
• 510(K)Number: K051309
• Product Classification: Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
• Product: ENDO-FUSE(TM) FUSION ROD 7 mm X 50 mm IMPLANT MATERIAL: STERILE R, Ti6A14V, CPTi, REF: 500005950, LOT 088605355, IMPLANT MATERIAL: Wright Medical Technology, Inc , 5677 Airline Road, Arlington, TN 38002 The ENDO-FUSE(R) Intra-Osseous Fusion Rods are indicated for the reduction and fixation of fractures. They are indicated for the integral fixation of fractures, bony fusions, and non-unions. They are also indicated for reconstructive procedures where reduction and fixation of bone fragments are required (e.g. osteotomies).
• Code Information: Lot Number 088605355, Reference #500005950
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: Wright Medical Technology Inc; 5677 Airline Rd; Arlington TN 38002-9501
• For Additional Information Contact: Cathy Park; 901-867-4324
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Two lots- one lot of Endo-Fuse Fusion Rod, 7x50mm was commingled one lot of Endo-Fuse(R) Fusion Rod, 7x70mm. Not all parts in each lot are affected. The commingled rod sizes might not be detected prior to surgery.
• FDA Determined Cause: Process control
• Action: The firm, Wright Medical, sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Voluntary Recall" letter dated May 6, 2011 to their customers via FedEx . The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to examine their inventory for the affected products; immediately return any affected product to Wright Technology as soon as possible (contact Customer Service at 800-238-7117 for return instructions and replacement inventory), and immediately complete and return the attached response form via fax to: 901-867-7401. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact 800-874-5630.
• Quantity in Commerce: 65
• Distribution: Nationwide distribution: USA including states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, IN, IL, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, and WI.
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

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• 510(K) Database: 510(K)s with Product Code = HWC