FDA recall record

Exactech Ergo 3.2mm K-wire - Product Usage: The devices is used assist the surgeon in the recall — FDA Z-0168-2020

Potential for the wire to fracture at the threads and remain in the glenoid.

Class IIclassification
Z-0168-2020official record ID
Oct 30, 2019report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0168-2020
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmExactech, Inc.
Report dateOct 30, 2019
Recall initiation dateSep 10, 2019
Quantity158 devices
LocationGainesville, FL, United States

Official product description

Ergo 3.2mm K-wire - Product Usage: The devices is used assist the surgeon in the implantation of Equinoxe Shoulder System components according to a conventional technique for total shoulder replacement. The wire is single-use, provided sterile, and intended for transient use.

Why the product was recalled

Potential for the wire to fracture at the threads and remain in the glenoid.

Distribution information

US Nationwide including the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, IN, KS, LA, MN, NY, NY, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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