RecallDepth

Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guide intended for oral, maxillofacial surgery; trauma and reconstructive surgery, specifically for fractures of the subcondylar region of the mandible and fractures of the condylar basis region of the mandible.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued February 19, 2014).

Company
Synthes, Inc.
Recall Initiated
January 27, 2014
Posted
February 19, 2014
Terminated
July 20, 2015
Recall Number
Z-0992-2014
Quantity
12
Firm Location
West Chester, PA
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

One lot of Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guides (part No. 03.503.043) has a gray colored band instead of a green colored band as pictured in the Technique Guide.

Distribution

US distribution to MI, TX, and CA.

Lot / Code Info

part No. 03.503.043, lot #7908431

Root Cause

Process control

Action Taken

A recall letter, dated January 27, 2014, was sent to end users and sales consultants.

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