FDAClass IIDecember 4, 2013

3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw recall

3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw (DLS) Product Usage: 3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw (DLS) in combination with Synthes Locking Compression…

Why was 3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw recalled?

All lots of 3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw (DLS) were recalled due to complaints of breakages at the distal tip of the pin identified after successful healing and during planned removal of the device.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

All lots of parts 09.213.022S - 09.213.070S, and 09.223.032S- 09.223.090S.

Product
3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw (DLS) Product Usage: 3.7mm and 5.0mm Dynamic Locking Screw (DLS) in combination with Synthes Locking Compression…
Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Quantity
40248
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to Canada.
Recall date
December 4, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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