Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Cut Plate Cutter Synthes Matrix… — Class II medical device recall Z-1781-2014
Terminated recall by Synthes, Inc., reported 2014-06-18, distributed in CA, CT, FL, GA, NY, SD, TX. It was discovered internally that the face of the Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Cut Plate Cutter has the poten
| Recall number | Z-1781-2014 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Synthes, Inc., West Chester, PA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-04-22 |
| Classified | 2014-06-11 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-06-18 |
| Terminated | 2015-09-10 |
| Distributed | CA, CT, FL, GA, NY, SD, TX |
| Quantity | 14 |
| Lot numbers | 8453237 |
| Model numbers | 03.503.057 |
Product
Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Cut Plate Cutter Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Cut Plate Cutter is intended for oral, maxillofacial surgery.
Reason for recall
It was discovered internally that the face of the Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Cut Plate Cutter has the potential for discoloration/corroded material in the affected lot.
Machine access
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