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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Synthes CMF Distraction System The product is intended for use as a bone stabilizer and lengthening (and/or transport) device for correction of congenital deficiencies or post-traumatic defects of the mandibular body and ramus, where gradual bone distraction is required. It is intended for single use only.

Z-1726-2013

June 12, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Event
Event 65670
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
10
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1726-2013

Official wording

Reason: The firm initiated a voluntary recall of the BC Distractor Body which is part of the Craniomaxillofacial (CMF) Distractor System, due to a mis-alignment issue. There have been instances reported within the impacted lots in which the slot in the barrel of the BC distractor was rotated such that it was not possible to attach the B-type and C-type foot plates.

Code information: Part # 04.315.067 with lot #s 6184270 and/or 22612-04.

Distribution pattern: Nationwide Distribution including PA, CT, DE, and NY.

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    The firm initiated a voluntary recall of the BC Distractor Body which is part of the Craniomaxillofacial (CMF) Distractor System, due to a mis-alignment issue. There have been instances reported within the impacted lots in which the slot in the barrel of the BC distractor was rotated such that it was not possible to attach the B-type and C-type foot plates.