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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

TRIGEN, Intramedullary nail - Product Usage: is intended to provide resistance for screw back-out. It provides additional friction to help hold the screws in place.

Reported: July 29, 2020 Initiated: June 24, 2020 #Z-2685-2020

Product Description

TRIGEN, Intramedullary nail - Product Usage: is intended to provide resistance for screw back-out. It provides additional friction to help hold the screws in place.

Reason for Recall

A manufacturing error which resulted in the re-sterilization of the ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) sleeve.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Units Affected
12 units
Distribution
International distribution in the countries of Brazil, Colombia and United Arab Emirates.
Location
Memphis, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
TRIGEN, Intramedullary nail - Product Usage: is intended to provide resistance for screw back-out. It provides additional friction to help hold the screws in place.. Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc.. Units affected: 12 units.
Why was this product recalled?
A manufacturing error which resulted in the re-sterilization of the ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) sleeve.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 29, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2685-2020.