Synthes recalls TFNA Femoral Nails 11mm, right, 130°, L 2:35mm for unconfirmed sterility. Products not properly sterilized may cause infections during surgery.
Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
Synthes is recalling certain femoral nails used in hip fracture repairs because they weren't properly sterilized. This could lead to infections during surgery if the product is used.
The nails were not properly sterilized, so they could carry harmful bacteria. If used in surgery, this might cause infections in patients.
Patients who received the recalled femoral nails for hip fracture repairs. Surgeons and medical facilities using these specific models are most at risk.
Check for part number 04.037.144S, UDI 10886982096562, or lot number 4489P98 on the product packaging.
Look for part number 04.037.144S, UDI 10886982096562, or lot number 4489P98 on the product packaging.
The product was not properly sterilized, so sterility cannot be confirmed. This could lead to infections during surgery.
Check the product packaging for part number 04.037.144S, UDI 10886982096562, or lot number 4489P98. If you have these details, contact Synthes for further instructions.
The recall is due to unconfirmed sterility, which could cause infections. There is no mention of immediate risks like death or serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Synthes to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1240-2024 — Synthes Synthes Hello, I own a Synthes that is covered by recall Z-1240-2024 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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