NA 202.832Recalls & reported problems
Synthes GmbH · 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM · Class 2 · Implant
- Adverse event reports
- 3
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10886982144829), received between Dec 22, 2018 and Sep 12, 2022 — classified as 2 injuries, 1 malfunction.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem” (1 report).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem2
- Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem1
Patient problems
- Unspecified Infection2
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
Recent adverse event reports
The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 12, 2022Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem; Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ON (B)(6) 2022 PRODUCT WAS RECEIVED WITH 2 SCREWS IN 1 BAGGIE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT. CONCOMITANT PRODUCT: UNK - SCREWS: TRAUMA(PART# UNKNOWN, LOT# UNKNOWN, QUANTITY# 2). THIS REPORT IS FOR ONE (1) 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM THIS IS REPORT 1 OF 1 FOR COMPLAINT (B)(4).
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 15406626 ↗InjuryDec 22, 2018Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ON (B)(6) 2018, THE PATIENT UNDERWENT OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION (ORIF) OF ANKLE DUE TO AN INJURY. THE OPEN DISTAL TIBIA FRACTURE WAS PLATED WITH ONE (1) MEDIAL DISTAL TIBIA PLATE AND ONE (1) LOCKING COMPRESSION PLATE (LCP) PLATE. THE FIBULA WAS ALSO PLATED WITH ONE (1) ONE-THIRD (1/3) TUBULAR PLATE. THE PATIENT HAD AN INFECTION DUE TO THE OPEN FRACTURE AND WAS MADE AWARE ON (B)(6) 2018. A HARDWARE REMOVAL WAS CONDUCTED ON (B)(6) 2018 FOR ALL PLATES INCLUDING ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE (TM) RECESS 50MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE RECESS 48MM, ONE (1) LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE RECESS 42MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE(TM) RECESS 40MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE(TM) RECESS 18MM, TWO (2) 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM, ONE (1) 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 36MM, TWO (2) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 38MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 36MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 34MM, FIVE (5) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM, AND ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 30MM. IRRIGATION AND DEBRIDEMENT WAS PERF
Patient problems: Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 8193019 ↗InjuryDec 22, 2018Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ON (B)(6) 2018, THE PATIENT UNDERWENT OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION (ORIF) OF ANKLE DUE TO AN INJURY. THE OPEN DISTAL TIBIA FRACTURE WAS PLATED WITH ONE (1) MEDIAL DISTAL TIBIA PLATE AND ONE (1) LOCKING COMPRESSION PLATE (LCP) PLATE. THE FIBULA WAS ALSO PLATED WITH ONE (1) ONE-THIRD (1/3) TUBULAR PLATE. THE PATIENT HAD AN INFECTION DUE TO THE OPEN FRACTURE AND WAS MADE AWARE ON (B)(6) 2018. A HARDWARE REMOVAL WAS CONDUCTED ON (B)(6) 2018 FOR ALL PLATES INCLUDING ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE (TM) RECESS 50MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE RECESS 48MM, ONE (1) LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE RECESS 42MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE(TM) RECESS 40MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM LOCKING SCREW SELF-TAPING WITH STARDRIVE(TM) RECESS 18MM, TWO (2) 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM, ONE (1) 2.7MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 36MM, TWO (2) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 38MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 36MM, ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 34MM, FIVE (5) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 32MM, AND ONE (1) 3.5MM CORTEX SCREW SELF-TAPPING 30MM. IRRIGATION AND DEBRIDEMENT WAS PERF
Patient problems: Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 8193018 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.