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Synthes USA (HQ), Inc.: SYNTHES 2.0MM SCREW MANIPULATION FORCEPS, Catalog #SD397.300. Synthes Titanium Matrix Mandible Sagittal Plates and Instruments are intended for general use in orthognathic surgery.

Recall number
Z-0075-2010
Recalling firm
Synthes USA (HQ), Inc.
Product
SYNTHES 2.0MM SCREW MANIPULATION FORCEPS, Catalog #SD397.300. Synthes Titanium Matrix Mandible Sagittal Plates and Instruments are intended for general use in orthognathic surgery.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2009-09-03
Posted
2009-10-26
Terminated
2010-03-08
Reason
The recalling firm has determined that the customized plates instruments do not have a cleared premarket notification.
Root cause
PMA
Action
The customer account was notified by an Urgent: Medical Device Removal letter via USPS certified mail on 9/4/2009. The letter stated that the products did not have clearance for the hospital's intended use and that if the customer has any of the identified devices, they should call Synthes at 1-800-479-6329 to obtain a Return Authorization Number. Also, the customer should complete the Verification Section, and return the letter along with any remaining product. For questions the hospital could call 610-719-5865.
Quantity
1
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution -- State of CA.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot # 6021104.
510(k) numbers
not on file
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
HTD
Firm FEI
3005180112
Firm city
West Chester
Firm state
PA
Firm country
not on file

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2026-09-28
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