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Z-2087-2013 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Synthes USA HQ, Inc. — West Chester, PA

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
September 4, 2013
Initiation Date
July 30, 2013
Termination Date
May 21, 2015
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
11

Product Description

Synthes 2.4 VA-LCP 2 CLMN VLR DSTL Radius PL 7H HD/3H Shaft/Right Product Usage: Intended for fixation of complex intra-and extra-articular fractures and osteotomies of the distal radius and other small bones.

Reason for Recall

The possibility exists that 2.4 mm VA-LCP 2 column distal radius plates from a specific lot are etched with "R" for right plate when they should be etched with "L" for left plate.

Distribution Pattern

USA Nationwide Distribution in the states of FL, GA, NC, OH, KY, NJ, ID, IN, and MN.

Code Information

Part No. 02.111.730, with Lot No. 3614792

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