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Event 67391

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Event summary

Timeline bucket
January 27, 2014
Product types
Device
Classifications
Class II
Statuses
Terminated
Recalling firm wording
Synthes, Inc.

Dossier provenance

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  • openFDA Device Enforcement Report-date coverage June 20, 2012–July 08, 2026 Known gap: openFDA describes 2004-present coverage, but the current export has no report-date records in this interval.
  • openFDA Device Recall event_date_initiated coverage June 01, 1997–June 30, 2026

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Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate Product Usage: The Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set offers fixation for immediate stabilization to allow bone fusion. Commercially pure titanium implants are biocompatible. The wide selection of implants accommodates variable anatomy; precisely crafted instruments facilitate implant placement. Implant plate lateral slant of holes allows for angulation of screws. Elongated central holes provide flexibility in screw placement. Wide selection of length's accommodates individual case requirements.

Z-1174-2014
Recall number
Z-1174-2014
Initiated
January 27, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recalling firm
Synthes, Inc.
Quantity
18747

App-derived interpretation

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Certain modules containing the Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set was distributed by Spine sales consultants although it was contraindicated for certain spine applications.

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Reason for recall

Certain modules containing the Synthes Small Notch Titanium Reconstructive Plate set was distributed by Spine sales consultants although it was contraindicated for certain spine applications.

Code information

All lots of Parts 489.401, 489.402, 489.412, 489.413, 489.414, 489.415, 489.418, 489.423, 489.424, and 489.425.

Distribution pattern

USA Nationwide Distribution