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Three customer complaints were received for the same batch of v40 lfit vitallium femoral heads (part number 6260-9-032, lot 48681201) alleging that the femoral head couldn't be assembled with its corresponding v40 stem trunnion.
Action
Branches/Agencies were notified of this action by e-mail on December 19, 2014 and were asked to quarantine affected devices. Notification Letters and Product Accountability Forms were sent to Hospital Risk Management and Chief of Orthopaedics via FedEx (with return receipt) by 2/3/2015.
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Instrument, surgical, orthopedic, ac-powered motor and accessory/attachment - Product Code HWE
Cause
Stryker is recalling system 6 aseptic housing, due to a failed continuous bond line test from a housing without a continual weld. customers are instructed to return recalled product to stryker.
Action
Stryker sent notice to customers via Fed ex overnight on 1/16/2015, regarding its voluntary recall of Stryker System 6 Aseptic Housings because the laser welder may have failed to produce a continuous bond line for the four specific lots: 13205, 13209, 13210, 13212. Customers are instructed to discontinue use, complete the business reply form, and return all recalled product. Customers may contact Kara Spath at 269-389-4518, or kara.spath@stryker.com.
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The taper adaptor is missing from the packaging, which may result in a delay in surgery greater than 30 minutes.
Action
Biomet issued written notices on 1/7/2015, Requested completion and submission of response/effectiveness forms for Product Part Number: 01 0000589 Product Description: Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Glenosphere Mini
Baseplate 25mm with Taper Adapter, Expiration October 2024. Questions related to this notice should be directed to Audrey Daenzer, Field Action Specialist (574) 372-1570, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The recommended sterilization and drying parameters are not effective to achieve the minimum required sterilization level.
Action
FIELD SAFETY NOTICE / PRODUCT NOTIFICATION letters dated December 11, 2014 were sent to all direct accounts (customers). The letters included instructions for customers to utilize the sterilization cycles included in the letter. Customers were further advised to alert users of these devices to the sterilization process changes. Customers with questions can contact Brainlab by telephone at 800-597-5911 or via e-mail at us.support@brainlab.com.
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Instrument, surgical, orthopedic, ac-powered motor and accessory/attachment - Product Code HWE
Cause
In may 2013, the original recall was initiated due to complaints the hand switch for the electric pen drive was not labeled correctly, and the on and lock labels were interchanged.
Action
Synthes sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice, dated December 19, 2014, to all affected customers to provide updated information on additional lots identified. Customers were instructed to examine their inventory for the affected product, remove from inventory, and return them to Synthes immediately for replacement. Customers were instructed to call Synthes to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) Number, complete the Verification Section at the end of the letter, and return the Verification Form with the product to: Credit/Returns, Synthes 1101 Synthes Avenue Monument, CO 80132. Customers with questions were instructed to call 610-719-5450 or email FieldAction@synthes.com. For questions regarding this recall call 610-719-5000.
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Potential for delay in surgery and/or ball bearings to be left in the wound. repeated cycles of sonic cleaning can break down the ball bearing retention feature (swage) on the shim. to prevent this, tasp shims must be manually cleaned and inspected per product insert, 87-6203-991-22.
Action
Zimmer sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notifications letter dated December 11, 2014 to affected distributors via electronic mail, and all hospital Risk Managers and distributors with affected inventory via courier. The letter identified the affected product, problem, instructions for responding to the formal recall notification.and actions to be taken. For questions call the customer call center at 1-800-348-2759.
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Potential for fracture of the tip of the product. the fractured tip is approximately 4mm x 7mm x 3.5mm in size. retained tip may result in: pain, soft tissue irritation, soft tissue damage, or increased wear due to contact with the fractured tip; revision surgery to remove the fractured tip.
Action
On 11/25/2014, URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL LOT SPECIFIC notifications were sent to the affected distributors, hospital Risk Managers and Surgeons with instructions for returning the affected product. All distributors were notified via electronic mail, and all hospital Risk Managers, Surgeons, and distributors with affected inventory were also notified via courier. 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. For questions, call the customer call center at 1-800-348-2759.
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A crack may develop in the handle to the inline persuader, which may progress if the user continues to use the affected instrument.
Action
Spinefrontier sent an Urgent Voluntary Recall Notification letter dated December 16, 2015, to all affected customers. The notice informed customers of the recall and requests that they initiate the immediate return of the parts listed. In addition, SpineFrontier is requiring confirmation via recall acknowledgement form that consignees have received this notice and that they will initiated the immediate return of the parts. Customers can contact SpineFrontier at 978-232-3990 Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:30PM EST with any questions.
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Five customer complaints were received for the same batch of trident psl shells (part number 540-11-50e lot 49073501) alleging that when the packages were opened there were no dome holes plugs present.
Action
Stryker sent an Urgent Medical Device letter dated January 7, 2015, with a Recall Notification/Acknowledgement Form via Fed Ex to all affected customers.
The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to complete and return the attached Product Recall Acknowledgement Form to so_m_product_field_action_response@stryker.com or fax to 1-855-251-3635.
Customers should return the affected product to:
Attention: Regulatory Compliance
Stryker Orthopaedics
325 Corporate Drive
Mahwah, New Jersey 07430
Customers with questions should call 201-831-6365.
For questions regarding this recall call 201-831-5000.
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Difficulty locking exp tibial inserts into tibial trays, caused by a manufacturing condition where a lead in radius on the anterior locking tab is not present on certain insert lots. the absence of this lead in may prevent or make assembly of the insert and tray difficult.
Action
On December 1, 2014, phone calls were made to all direct accounts to notify them of the recall and to request immediate recovery and return of the SC3425 EXp PS Tibial Tray Inserts and SC3453 EXp CR-HF Inserts from their inventory.
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The inner diameter of the sleeve shaft is undersized, resulting in interference fit when inserting the anchored lateral straight retractable awl or the anchored lateral straight retractable drill into the sleeve.
Action
The firm, Lanx, sent a letter to their Consignees/customers dated October 15, 2013. The letter describes the product, problem and actions taken. Lanx and their distributors replaced the affected inventory with conforming product.
Please contact Chief Compliance Officer at 303-501-8534 or by email: Randy.fesmire@lanx.com if you have any questions regarding this recall.
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The inner diameter of the sleeve shaft is undersized, resulting in interference fit when inserting the anchored lateral straight retractable awl or the anchored lateral straight retractable drill into the sleeve shaft.
Action
The firm, Lanx, sent their Consignees/customers a letter dated October 15, 2013. The letter described the product, problem and actions taken. Lanx and their distributors replaced the affected inventory with the conforming product.
Please contact the Chief Compliance Officer at 303-501-8534 or by email: Randy.fesmire@lanx.com.
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One lot of instruments have etched on the yoke of the pedicle screw a laser marking size of 7.5 x 55mm instead of 5.5 x 55mm as described on the product label.
Action
The firm, X-spine Systems, Inc., sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated March 19, 2015 to their customers. The letter describes the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to notify affected hospital and surgeon of the recall immediately; complete the attached Medical Device Recall Return Response Form and return it with any affected product in inventory to X-Spine Systems immediately via mail: 725 Alexandersville Road, Miamisburg OH 45342-RMA #5288; and No action should be taken with product that has been implanted.
Please contact customer service at 800.903.0640 or email orders@x-spine.com with any questions.
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Use of excessive force when impacting may lead to intra-operative femoral fracture.
Action
The firm, DePuy Synthes, sent an "URGENT INFORMATION - DEVICE CORRECTION NOTICE HP LCS IM Hole Locator" notification dated November 12, 2014 to the affected distributors. 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. The distributors were instructed to: review the instructions and the information in this notice; provide this notice to your sales consultants, and complete and return the DISTRIBUTOR RESPONSE CARD: Verify Sales Consultant Notifications via fax to (574) 371-4939 or email: kearle@its.jnj.com.
For questions, please contact Recall Coordinator, at 574-371-4917 (M-F; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST).
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The outer diameter of the drill shaft is oversized; thereby, resulting in interference fit when inserting the drill into the fixed or variable sleeve assembly.
Action
Distributors and Direct Sales Reps notified via letter to return product.
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There is a design incompatibility between certain sizes of the offset spine stiffener screw and the constrained condylar tibial insert when used in conjunction with an offset tibial tray.
Action
The recalling firm issued a letter dated 9/19/2017 via email to their customers.
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Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Action
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
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Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Action
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
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It was reported that an implant labeled as 343-13-708 was packaged with implant 343-19-707.
Action
The firm initiated the recall by email on 09/05/2017. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. The consignee was directed to notify anyone to whom the product was transferred and to return any in-stock product.
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There is a design incompatibility between certain sizes of the offset spine stiffener screw and the constrained condylar tibial insert when used in conjunction with an offset tibial tray.
Action
The recalling firm issued a letter dated 9/19/2017 via email to their customers.
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There is a design incompatibility between certain sizes of the offset spine stiffener screw and the constrained condylar tibial insert when used in conjunction with an offset tibial tray.
Action
The recalling firm issued a letter dated 9/19/2017 via email to their customers.
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Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Action
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
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Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Cause
Part number: 905620 lot: 824610 gentle threads interference screw 10x25mm round head is mixed with the part number: 905627 lot: 753410 gentle threads interference screw 9x35mm full thread. if the incorrect screw is used various failures may occur which may ultimately lead to revision surgery or a delay in surgery.
Action
On 6/3/2015, URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL NOTICE notifications were sent to the affected distributors with instructions for locating 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. Questions related to this notice should be directed to (574) 372-1570, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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There is a design incompatibility between certain sizes of the offset spine stiffener screw and the constrained condylar tibial insert when used in conjunction with an offset tibial tray.
Action
The recalling firm issued a letter dated 9/19/2017 via email to their customers.
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After receiving a complaint, biomet orthopedic inc., conducted an investigation which determined that the following parts were mixed up prior to packaging and shipment: sirius polish cemented stem 34b
catalog number: 51-199333, lot number identification: 024320 and sirius polish cemented stem 38c, catalog number: 51-199335, lot number identification: 141680, 180920.
Action
Sent notices to customers dated 12/2/2014 notifying them of the recall: 5 were implanted, 3 were shipped to subsidiary for testing, and 2 are in Biomet control. Public Contact for the recall is: Audrey Daenzer, Field Action Specialist, Regulatory Compliance audrey.daenzer@biomet.com, can be contacted from Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM, 574-372-1570.