U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
A patient specific case of signature personalized patient care system knee guides included a femur guide which does not match the patient associated with the case.
if the issue is not identified prior to surgery, the personalized patient specific guide would provide an improper fit and would not be able to be used.
Acción
Materialise sent an URGENT: Signature Personalized Patient Care System Knee Guides Notification dated May 3, 2016. It was sent to the affected customer via email with instructions for identifying and returning the affected product. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification.
Contact Materialise customer service for additional information or to find a status of the second patient specific surgical guide Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30 PM, Eastern Time.734-259-7016
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Rod, fixation, intramedullary and accessories - Product Code HSB
Causa
Firm received complaints where the piccolo composite ball tip guide wire penetrated the internal package, and thus compromised the product sterility.
Acción
On May 10, 2016, an advisory notice was issued to all distributors that currently may possess (or supplied to hospital) the product. The notice was sent to a representative of the distributor companies via an e-mail (using confirm receipts for delivery and notification when the email is read), together with a letter to hospital(s) for the representative to use in case the distributor supplied the product to the hospital. The letter requested that the product be returned and also requested a sub-recall.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The surface inside of the femoral component, where cement is applied for adhesion, is below specification.
Acción
The firm sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 26, 2016 to customers, via email and FedEx Overnight delivery . The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to 1. Inspect inventory and locate any unused devices from the listed product and batch numbers, and quarantine them immediately.
2. Complete the Inventory Return Certification Form on the following page, indicating the quantities that need to be returned. If you do not have product to return, place an x in the column No Product to Return. Include your contact information in the spaces provided at the bottom of the form.
3. Contact Smith & Nephews Field Actions Department via email at FieldActions@smith-nephew.com or fax +1-901-566-7975 to return the completed Inventory Return Certification Form and obtain a return authorization (RA) number if you have product to return.
4. Return any affected product to the address listed on the Inventory Return Certification Form. Indicate the RA number on your return shipment.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Labeling does not match the cleared indications for use in the united states and canada.
Acción
DePuy Synthes initiated a Field Safety Notice to remove the affected Technique Guides and marketing literature from the field. Sales Consultants and Synthes Trauma Marketing will receive training on affected technique guides and marketing literature which promoted off label use. All technique guides and literature have been put on hold and removed from DePuy Synthes website. Effectiveness of this field action will be tracked using their training system. They will confirm training when completed as a means to measure effectiveness.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Labeled with the incorrect global trade item number (gtin). the gtin on the label identifies the devices as another.
Acción
Exatech sent an Important Notification letter dated May 16, 2016, to all affected customers. The letter notified customers of the product's incorrect Global Trade Item Number. Customers were instructed to cease distribution/use of the product, extend the information to accounts possessing the recalled product, identify and quarantine any devices in inventory, and to complete and return the Recall Inventory Response Form acknowledging that they received the recall notification. Customers were instructed to call 800-392-2832 with any questions. For questions regarding this recall call 352-377-1140.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Labeled with the incorrect global trade item number (gtin). the gtin on the label identifies the devices as another.
Acción
Exatech sent an Important Notification letter dated May 16, 2016, to all affected customers. The letter notified customers of the product's incorrect Global Trade Item Number. Customers were instructed to cease distribution/use of the product, extend the information to accounts possessing the recalled product, identify and quarantine any devices in inventory, and to complete and return the Recall Inventory Response Form acknowledging that they received the recall notification. Customers were instructed to call 800-392-2832 with any questions. For questions regarding this recall call 352-377-1140.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Bit, Drill - Product Code HTW
Causa
Certain sterile packed drills with center tip may penetrate the foam and blister resulting in loss of sterility.
Acción
Howmedica sent notification letters and product accountability forms to all branches/agents via FedEx with return receipt. To Hospitals, notifications letters were sent to OR Supervisors via FedEx with return receipts.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The manufacturer has identified that the stated femoral plateau plates may not fit into the intended femoral knee mating component and thus sit flush upon the femoral knee component prior to implantation.
Acción
The recalling firm sent recall notification letters to their consignees on 05/31/2016. Follow up communciation was sent out on 7/26/2016 after a technical and medical assessment was completed.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
arthroscope accessory - Product Code NBH
Causa
The device could be subject to breaches of its sterile packaging.
Acción
Urgent Recall Notification Letters were sent via Federal Express on June 15, 2016, to the customers listed in the firm's distribution report. Customers were asked to inventory their devices and contact the firm for return authorizations.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar - Product Code MAX
Causa
The trials and rasps used to prepare the surgical site for placement of the implant may become detached from the inserter assembly part and become lodged in the intervertebral space.
Acción
Consignees will be notified via email and courier and will be instructed to return the affected product. Upon receipt of the recalled trays, the trials and rasps will be removed from the tray and quarantined for evenutal destruction.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar - Product Code MAX
Causa
The trials and rasps used to prepare the surgical site for placement of the implant may become detached from the inserter assembly part and become lodged in the intervertebral space.
Acción
Consignees will be notified via email and courier and will be instructed to return the affected product. Upon receipt of the recalled trays, the trials and rasps will be removed from the tray and quarantined for evenutal destruction.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar - Product Code MAX
Causa
The trials and rasps used to prepare the surgical site for placement of the implant may become detached from the inserter assembly part and become lodged in the intervertebral space.
Acción
Consignees will be notified via email and courier and will be instructed to return the affected product. Upon receipt of the recalled trays, the trials and rasps will be removed from the tray and quarantined for evenutal destruction.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar - Product Code MAX
Causa
The trials and rasps used to prepare the surgical site for placement of the implant may become detached from the inserter assembly part and become lodged in the intervertebral space.
Acción
Consignees will be notified via email and courier and will be instructed to return the affected product. Upon receipt of the recalled trays, the trials and rasps will be removed from the tray and quarantined for evenutal destruction.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Instrument, surgical, orthopedic, ac-powered motor and accessory/attachment - Product Code HWE
Causa
Depuy synthes is voluntarily initiating this recall due to affected devices that were distributed, etched and or labeled with mr safety information not meeting the current astm standard.
Acción
DePuy Synthes mailed an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE FIELD SAFETY NOTIFICATION letter to their customers (Hospital Personnel, including Imaging Department Personnel and DePuy Synthes Colleague) to inform them of the recall and actions to take. The letter identified the affected, problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers not to use the affected Instruments which are labeled or etched MR Safe and MR Conditional during MRI scans. Customers were asked to review the information contained in the Field Safety Notification letter and complete the Verification Section located on page 3 of this notification. For questions call 610-719-5450 or contact your DePuy Synthes Sales Consultant.