PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp and Crimping Device Product Usage: The Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp System is intended to reattach a cranial bone flap to the surrounding cranium after a craniotomy procedure.

Reported: September 30, 2015 Initiated: August 31, 2015 #Z-2811-2015

Product Description

Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp and Crimping Device Product Usage: The Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp System is intended to reattach a cranial bone flap to the surrounding cranium after a craniotomy procedure.

Reason for Recall

The Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp and Crimping Device for Cranial Tube Clamp had been labeled MR Safe although they do not have the testing protocols currently required to designate them as MR Safe.

Details

Units Affected
105882
Distribution
US Nationwide and internationally, including Canada.
Location
West Chester, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp and Crimping Device Product Usage: The Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp System is intended to reattach a cranial bone flap to the surrounding cranium after a craniotomy procedure.. Recalled by Synthes (USA) Products LLC. Units affected: 105882.
Why was this product recalled?
The Synthes Cranial Flap Tube Clamp and Crimping Device for Cranial Tube Clamp had been labeled MR Safe although they do not have the testing protocols currently required to designate them as MR Safe.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 30, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2811-2015.