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An increase in complaints of loosening and radiolucent lines.
Acción
Zimmer Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of Persona Trabecular Metal Tibial following an increase in complaints of radiolucent lines and loosening. All sizes and lots of the affected devices are being removed from distribution. Urgent Medical Device Recall notices were issued to affected distributors, hospitals, and surgeons on 2/16/2015 via mail. Customers are asked to review the notification and ensure affected personnel are aware of the contents. All affected product are to be located and quarantined immediately. The Inventory Return Certification Form should be completed and returned along with the recalled product. Customers may contact the following with any questions: 1-877-946-2761 between 8:00 am and 5:00pm EST.
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Intervertebral fusion device with integrated fixation, cervical - Product Code OVE
Causa
The tcs straight hexlobular #6 drivers (5210-1004) tip sheared off during use in procedures that involved patients with dense bones. as a result of this malfunction, titan spine, llc is removing all of the tcs straight hex lobular #6 drivers (5210-1004) lot# g150101 from the field.
Acción
Titan Spine sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter via Fed Ex dated February 20, 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
A replacement TCS Straight Hex lobular# 6 Drivers (5210-1004) will be shipped out to each Titan Spine Area Vice President and Sales Rep. within 4-6 weeks.
For further questions please call (262) 242-7801.
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Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Locking pegs were not locking during distal radius procedures. there has been one (1) report of revision surgery scheduled to remove a loosened peg.
Acción
On February 16, 2015, Flower Orthopedics generated and distributed a field memo/advisory notice (FOCMB-15-02) to all distributors with locking peg inventory on February 6, 2015. The field memo provided technique guidance to end users. All 12 consignees with remaining inventory (ie.not reported as used) were contacted directly via phone and all have agreed to ship the locking pegs back to Flower Orthopedics. Flower Orthopedics determined that a generic statement to all customers was not necessary for the following reasons detailed above and summarized again here: product was distributed only through direct channels, the health hazard evaluation has determined there is a very low risk to health, and all consignees have been directly contacted already and product inventory is being returned.
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Rod, fixation, intramedullary and accessories - Product Code HSB
Causa
The guide sleeve has the potential to jam in the aiming arms, which may delay disassembly and removal of instruments.
Acción
DePuy Synthes sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall letter, dated March 2, 2015, to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to review inventory for the affected parts and following the actions provided in the letter for removal and replacement of these devices. For questions call 610-719-5450.
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The inserter has the potential for mechanical failures such as breakage of the main shaft of the inserter for the ten, malfunction of the chuck of the inserter for the ten in the form of the chuck getting stuck/jammed, breakage of the cross bar of the inserter for the ten.
Acción
DePuy Synthes sent an Urgent Notice Medical Device Recall letter dated February 3, 2015, to all affected customers to alert them about the recall and explain the benefits and risks associated with removing this device from the market. It stated that the immediate removal of the product would prevent the performance of emergency surgery, thus DePuy Synthes is not requiring an immediate removal of affected product(s). DePuy Synthes is in the process of developing the replacement & recovery plan for indicated devices. Due to their current but temporary lack of replacement inventory, Synthes proposed to remove and replace the device in increments to prevent any adverse impact on the availability of the device for use on patients in trauma-related surgery events.
DePuy Synthes will contact customers as replacements become available.
Customers were advised to complete the Verification Section by checking the appropriate box indicating affected product has been located. Also,indicate the number of devices found. If your facility chooses to return the product(s) at this time, please take the following additional steps:Call DePuy Synthes at 1-800-479-6329 to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) Number, include a copy of Verification Section with the product to: Credit/Returns, DePuy Synthes, 1101 Synthes Avenue, Monument, CO 80132.Send the completed Verification Section to the following fax or email address: Fax: (866) 782-7287 or Scan/email: Synthes5095@stericycle.com
Customers with questions were instructed to call 610-719-5450 or contact their DePuy Synthes Sales Consultant.
For questions regarding this recall call 810-719-5000.
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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
Failures of the 4.8mm of the gap endo-exo medullary system have been identified at the level of the distal cortical screw holes. failures mainly occurred in patients with tibial pseudoarthrosis (cpt) or osteogenesis imperfecta (oi). higher failure rates have been detected in tibias with distal fractures that are close to the distal locking holes.
Acción
Pega Medical sent the Urgent Field Safety Notice-Recall/Advisory Notice letter, dated 2015/02/20, to US consignees (surgeons) via email.
The following actions were advised:
1. It is recommended to monitor patients as considered necessary in order to ensure that weight bearing does not take place until full consolidation of the fracture/osteotomy is completed and that weight bearing is applied progressively.
2. Report to the distributor or Pega Medical any adverse event observed. In cases where the consolidation has occurred, normal patient follow up can be continued with no serious consequences to the patient. In cases where consolidation has not been achieved after six weeks, replacement of the nail might be necessary.
3. All surgeons receiving this notice must acknowledge reception by a written confirmation sent to the distributor or to the contact reference person indicated below.
US consignees with questions can call Pega Medical at 450-688-5144 ext. 242, or send fax to 450-688-1977, or send email to egarcia@pegamedical.com.
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Images belonging to a different patient were used for the production of the patient specific surgical guide. the incorrect guide may cause a delay in surgery to accommodate the preparation and use of traditional instrumentation.
Acción
Materialise N.V. sent an email on February 4, 2015, to the the affected distributor regarding the reason for the recall, affected product, and instructions for removing the affected product. For questions regarding this recall call 321-639-6611.
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Staple, fixation, bone - Product Code JDR
Causa
The firm is recalling togglelocs and ziploops manufactured in may and july of 2014 as they were not processed following a standard work process, which resulted in complaints of sterile packaging not being sealed.
Acción
Biomet sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice letter dated March 4, 2015 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to immediate locate and discontinued use of the product and its return to Biomet. Customers may contact Field Action Specialist, Regulatory Compliance,at (574) 372-1570.
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Staple, fixation, bone - Product Code JDR
Causa
The firm is recalling togglelocs and ziploops manufactured in may and july of 2014 as they were not processed following a standard work process, which resulted in complaints of sterile packaging not being sealed.
Acción
Biomet sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice letter dated March 4, 2015 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to immediate locate and discontinued use of the product and its return to Biomet. Customers may contact Field Action Specialist, Regulatory Compliance,at (574) 372-1570.
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Zimmer, inc is voluntarily recalling 22 lots of persona¿ anterior referencing sizer with locking boom, part number 42-5099-088-10. devices are being removed from distribution due to nonconforming to print specifications.
Acción
Zimmer sent an Urgent Medical device recall letter to all customers on March 10, 2015, via letter and email. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Affected units will be inspected. Units that fail inspection will be physically destroyed/scrapped. Units that pass inspection will be re-etched and redistributed. If after reviewing this notification customers have further questions or concerns they were instructed to call the customer call center at 1-877-946-2761. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. EST.
For questions regarding this recall call 574-372-4487.
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This lot of the reclaim assembled implant inserter adaptor instrument may fracture during surgery and there is the potential for plastic pieces to be left in the patient.
Acción
The firm issued a voluntary device removal on 02/23/2015 for lot no. SO2018074 of the RECLAIM¿ Assembled Implant Inserter Adaptor. The recall notice informs US Distributors and Medical Professionals about the issue and any actions to take. US Distributors will return affected instruments and notify one Hospital/User Facility with the Hospital Notice and Reconciliation Forms. Reconciliation forms are required for the end-user Hospital/Medical Facility Consignee. Customers may contact Mindy K. Tinsley
Director Wordwide Communications
Tel: (574) 372-7136
Fax: (574) 372-7717
E-mail: mtinsley@its.jnj.com
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Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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Notas adicionales en la data
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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.
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Notas adicionales en la data
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.
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
Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
Causa
The minor diameter, major diameter, thread pitch, and pitch on the crosscheck are out of specification, which may result in intraoperative malfunction.
Acción
Firm has initiated the recall on 03/06/2015 through written communication via Fed Ex P1 delivery to all Wright Medical Technologies distributors (hubs). Follow-up to non-responding consignees will commence 30 days after initiation. Effectiveness checks will be performed through the confirmation of returned product via a validated ERP system, a returned/signed verification form, and in the case of non-responders, a phone call, e-mail or follow up letter, depending on the region and availability of consignee.