ENDO-FUSE(TM) FUSION ROD 7 mm X 50 mm IMPLANT MATERIAL: STERILE R, Ti6A14V, CPTi, REF: 500005950, LOT 088605355, IMPLANT MATERIAL: Wright Medical Technology, Inc , 5677 Airline Road, Arlington, TN 38002 The ENDO-FUSE(R) Intra-Osseous Fusion Rods are indicated for the reduction and fixation of fractures. They are indicated for the integral fixation of fractures, bony fusions, and non-unions. They are also indicated for reconstructive procedures where reduction and fixation of bone fragments are required (e.g. osteotomies).
This recall has been terminated (originally issued June 17, 2011).
- Company
- Wright Medical Technology Inc
- Recall Initiated
- April 20, 2011
- Posted
- June 17, 2011
- Terminated
- December 27, 2012
- Recall Number
- Z-2589-2011
- Quantity
- 65
- Firm Location
- Arlington, TN
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
Two lots- one lot of Endo-Fuse Fusion Rod, 7x50mm was commingled one lot of Endo-Fuse(R) Fusion Rod, 7x70mm. Not all parts in each lot are affected. The commingled rod sizes might not be detected prior to surgery.
Distribution
Nationwide distribution: USA including states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, IN, IL, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, and WI.
Lot / Code Info
Lot Number 088605355, Reference #500005950
Root Cause
Process control
Action Taken
The firm, Wright Medical, sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Voluntary Recall" letter dated May 6, 2011 to their customers via FedEx . The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to examine their inventory for the affected products; immediately return any affected product to Wright Technology as soon as possible (contact Customer Service at 800-238-7117 for return instructions and replacement inventory), and immediately complete and return the attached response form via fax to: 901-867-7401. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact 800-874-5630.