Synthes recalls 2.5mm drill bits that may not be sterilized, risking infection during surgery. Affected items have specific product codes and lot numbers.
Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
Synthes is recalling certain 2.5mm drill bits that may not be properly sterilized, which could lead to infections if used in surgical procedures. This is serious because surgical tools must be sterile to prevent infections.
These drill bits may not be properly sterilized, meaning they could carry harmful bacteria. If used in surgery, this could cause infections in patients, which is dangerous for surgical procedures.
Surgical professionals and hospitals that use these specific drill bits for orthopedic procedures. The risk is highest for those using the recalled items in sterile environments.
Check for product code 310.25S and lot number 77P650: the drill bits are labeled as '2.5MM DRILL BIT/QC/GOLD/110MM STERILE-surgical, orthopedic, pneumatic powered & accessory/attachment'.
Immediately stop using the recalled drill bits as they may not be sterile and could cause infections during surgery.
No, these drill bits may not be properly sterilized and could cause infections if used in surgery.
Check for product code 310.25S and lot number 77P6506 on the drill bits.
The recalled items are labeled as '2.5MM DRILL BIT/QC/GOLD/110MM STERILE-surgical, orthopedic, pneumatic powered & accessory/attachment' with product code 310.25S and lot number 77P6506.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Synthes to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1236-2024 — Synthes Synthes Hello, I own a Synthes that is covered by recall Z-1236-2024 from Synthes. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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