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Device product

Synthes TomoFix Plates The Synthes J5606-C TomoFix Osteotomy System is used for open and closed wedge osteotomies of the medial proximal tibia, lateral proximal tibia, medial and lateral distal femur, treatment of bone and joint deformities, fractures, and malalignment caused by injury or disease such as osteoarthritis.

Z-0473-2014

October 09, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Event
Event 66582
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
2912
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0473-2014

Official wording

Reason: A labeling correction was initiated related to the Surgical Technique Guide J5606-C "TomoFix Osteotomy System" due to the potential for a surgical delay if the surgeon inserts the superior screws at a lesser angle (4 or 6 degrees) and is not aware that those angles are not present.

Code information: J5606-C

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Canada and Mexico

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    A labeling correction was initiated related to the Surgical Technique Guide J5606-C "TomoFix Osteotomy System" due to the potential for a surgical delay if the surgeon inserts the superior screws at a lesser angle (4 or 6 degrees) and is not aware that those angles are not present.