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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

TRIGEN (TM) L-P SCREW, 4.5 MM X 37.5 MM, TI-6AL-4V, QTY: (1), STERILE R, REF 71645437, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Memphis, TN 38116 USA orthopedic surgery

Reported: April 24, 2013 Initiated: March 6, 2013 #Z-1132-2013

Product Description

TRIGEN (TM) L-P SCREW, 4.5 MM X 37.5 MM, TI-6AL-4V, QTY: (1), STERILE R, REF 71645437, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Memphis, TN 38116 USA orthopedic surgery

Reason for Recall

One batch of 4.5 mm diameter Trigen Low-Profile Bone Screws were incorrectly anodized with a gold coating (indicating a 5 mm diameter) instead of a gray coating (indicating a 4.5 mm diameter).

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew Inc
Units Affected
23 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including CA, FL, GA, MA, MI, NC, SC, OH, and MO.
Location
Memphis, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
TRIGEN (TM) L-P SCREW, 4.5 MM X 37.5 MM, TI-6AL-4V, QTY: (1), STERILE R, REF 71645437, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Memphis, TN 38116 USA orthopedic surgery. Recalled by Smith & Nephew Inc. Units affected: 23 units.
Why was this product recalled?
One batch of 4.5 mm diameter Trigen Low-Profile Bone Screws were incorrectly anodized with a gold coating (indicating a 5 mm diameter) instead of a gray coating (indicating a 4.5 mm diameter).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 24, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1132-2013.