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Synthes USA HQ, Inc.: 4.5mm TI Multiloc Screw Length 38MM-Sterile Expiration: 04/29/2012 REF 04.019.038S Manufactured or Distributed by Synthes (USA) 1101 Synthes Avenue, Monument CO 80132 4.5MM TI Multiloc Screw Length 38MM-Sterile Ref 04.019,038S. The Multiloc Screw 4.5 is used with a Multiloc PHN for treatment of proximal humerus fractures and is intended to be inserted through the Multiloc PHN until it engages the subchondral bone below the relative distal cortex (cortex closest to the humeral head, below the articular surface).

Recall number
Z-2059-2012
Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Product
4.5mm TI Multiloc Screw Length 38MM-Sterile Expiration: 04/29/2012 REF 04.019.038S Manufactured or Distributed by Synthes (USA) 1101 Synthes Avenue, Monument CO 80132 4.5MM TI Multiloc Screw Length 38MM-Sterile Ref 04.019,038S. The Multiloc Screw 4.5 is used with a Multiloc PHN for treatment of proximal humerus fractures and is intended to be inserted through the Multiloc PHN until it engages the subchondral bone below the relative distal cortex (cortex closest to the humeral head, below the articular surface).
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-05-22
Posted
2012-07-23
Terminated
2015-09-10
Reason
Two lots of 4.5mm multi-loc screws were recalled due to incorrect labeling of screw size.
Root cause
Error in labeling
Action
Synthes sent a "NOTICE: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated May 22, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. A Verification Form was enclosed for customers to complete and return via fax to 610-251-9005. Contact the firm at 610-719-5450 for questions regarding this recall.
Quantity
20
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, LA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX, and VA.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot #2724103 Expiration 4/29/2012 REF 04.019.038S
510(k) numbers
["K103002"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
HSB
Firm FEI
3005180112
Firm city
West Chester
Firm state
PA
Firm country
not on file

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