Synthes recalls TFN-Advanced Femoral Nails with incorrect length labels that could lead to improper surgical fixation. Affected items have labels stating 170mm but measure 200mm or vice versa.
TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 200mm may measure 170mm in length, and TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 170mm may measure 200mm in length
Synthes is recalling certain femoral nails that may have incorrect length labels. This could cause improper surgical fixation if used in procedures requiring precise measurements.
The nails are labeled with a specific length (170mm or 200mm) but may measure differently. This discrepancy could lead to improper surgical fixation if the nail is too short or too long for the fracture site.
Medical professionals using the recalled femoral nails for hip fracture stabilization are most at risk. Patients receiving these nails during surgery may be affected.
Check the label on the nail for the length (170mm or 200mm). The product has a part number 04.037.242S and lot number 610P788. These nails are used for temporary hip fracture stabilization.
Verify the length label on the nail (170mm or 200mm) to ensure it matches the actual measurement.
The nails may have incorrect length labels, which could lead to improper surgical fixation if used in procedures requiring precise measurements.
The part number is 04.037.242S.
Check the label for the length (170mm or 200mm) and look for the part number 04.037.242S and lot number 610P788.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Synthes to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1248-2023 — Synthes Synthes Hello, I own a Synthes that is covered by recall Z-1248-2023 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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