FDA recall record

Synthes XRL Medium Trial - Central Body, an instrument used as part of the Synthes XRL recall — FDA Z-1681-2014

Two lots of the Synthes XRL Medium Trial-Central Body device were incorrectly etched with the incorrect dimensions for height.

Class IIclassification
Z-1681-2014official record ID
Jun 11, 2014report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-1681-2014
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmSynthes, Inc.
Report dateJun 11, 2014
Recall initiation dateApr 8, 2014
Quantity3
LocationWest Chester, PA, United States

Official product description

Synthes XRL Medium Trial - Central Body, an instrument used as part of the Synthes XRL System, a vertebral body replacement device. For spinal surgery. The Synthes XRL device is intended to be used with the Synthes supplemental internal fixation systems (e.g., USS, including MATRIX, Pangea, and TSLP).

Why the product was recalled

Two lots of the Synthes XRL Medium Trial-Central Body device were incorrectly etched with the incorrect dimensions for height.

Distribution information

US Distribution including the states of FL, NJ and MN.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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