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DePuy Synthes Hammertoe Continuous Compression Implants… recallZ-0101-2023 · Synthes (USA) Products LLC · initiated Sep 27, 2022

Open, Classified

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Synthes (USA) Products LLC or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

The subject products are being recalled because they contain the incorrect size drill guide and will not prepare the bone correctly for the size of the implant included in the sterile kit. If the incorrect drill guide is used, there is potential for bone damage due to incorrectly placed drill holes for the implant included in the kit.

FDA root cause category: Error in labeling

What the company is doing

On September 27, 2022, the firm notified affected customers via urgent medical Device Recall letters. Customers were instructed to examine their inventory to determine if they have affected product and to quarantine them immediately - Customers should not use the recalled products. Customers should contact their DePuy Synthes Sales Consultant or call the customer support services at [email protected] to coordinate the return/credits of the subject products.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0101-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Sep 27, 2022
Posted by the FDA
Oct 18, 2022
Recalling firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Quantity
196
Product code
JDR
FDA submissions
K191463
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.

Product description

DePuy Synthes Hammertoe Continuous Compression Implants, Product No. 46.239.001

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

UDI-DI (GTIN): 00810633022047 Lot/Expiry MHC200114 2/9/2026 MHC220117 3/2/2027

Devices named in this recall

1 device in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 90918).

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