Recall Z-0341-2014— Synthes USA HQ, Inc.

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Synthes USA HQ, Inc., initiated 2013-09-24, terminated 2015-06-01. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Synthes Soft Tissue Retractor Small Extendible Offset blade facilitates easy preparation of the epipereosteal cavity for percutaneous plate insertion.. Reason: The potential exists for the locking screw nut to break on the Soft Tissue Retractor if it is overt-tightened..

Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2013-09-24
Terminated
2015-06-01
Firm location
West Chester, PA, United States

Product description

Synthes Soft Tissue Retractor Small Extendible Offset blade facilitates easy preparation of the epipereosteal cavity for percutaneous plate insertion.

Reason for recall

The potential exists for the locking screw nut to break on the Soft Tissue Retractor if it is overt-tightened.

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