PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

SwishTapered Implant

Reported: February 8, 2017 Initiated: December 12, 2016 #Z-1112-2017

Product Description

SwishTapered Implant

Reason for Recall

The extender product code (9037-03) that is packaged with the SwishTapered (Part Number 933308; Lot Number 73241) Implant was packaged in the incorrect position. This discrepancy may lead to the possibility of extender not seating properly on the implant, which may lead to micro-leakage and a possible infection to the patient.

Details

Units Affected
17
Distribution
U.S. distribution to the following; NM, TX, CA, OR, OH, ME. Foreign distribution to the following; Netherlands.
Location
Westlake Village, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SwishTapered Implant. Recalled by Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing, LLC. Units affected: 17.
Why was this product recalled?
The extender product code (9037-03) that is packaged with the SwishTapered (Part Number 933308; Lot Number 73241) Implant was packaged in the incorrect position. This discrepancy may lead to the possibility of extender not seating properly on the implant, which may lead to micro-leakage and a possible infection to the patient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 8, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1112-2017.