Health product recall

Low Prof Lckng Screw F/Im Nail, Sterile

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Summary

Product
Low Prof Lckng Screw F/Im Nail, Sterile
Issue
Medical devices - Performance
What to do

Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information. 

Audience
Healthcare

Affected products

Affected products Lot or serial number Model or catalogue number
Low Prof Lckng Screw F/Im Nail, Sterile 04.045.346TS 31756P7
Low Prof Lckng Screw F/Im Nail, Sterile 04.045.342TS 31756P9

Issue

The affected product lots are being recalled because, although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.

Additional information

Details
Original published date:
Alert / recall type
Health product recall
Category
Health products - Medical devices - Orthopaedics
Companies
Synthes Gmbh
Luzernstrasse 21, Zuchwil, Switzerland, 4528
Published by
Health Canada
Audience
Healthcare
Recall class
Type II
Recall date
Identification number
RA-78256

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