Events

Recall of Device Recall CLAW HEX SCREWS

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Wright Medical Technology Inc.

What is this?

A correction or removal action taken by a manufacturer to address a problem with a medical device. Recalls occur when a medical device is defective, when it could be a risk to health, or when it is both defective and a risk to health.

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  • Type of Event
    Recall
  • Event ID
    56091
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-2188-2010
  • Event Initiated Date
    2010-06-07
  • Event Date Posted
    2010-08-09
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2011-11-23
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=92620
  • Notes / Alerts
    U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
    The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
    The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
  • Extra notes in the data
    Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
  • Reason
    One lot of claw hex foot and ankle screws was incorrectly packaged containing multi-use compression screws.
  • Action
    The firm initiated their recall to their sales representatives (distributors) via telephone on 06/07/2010 and followed with a letter dated June 15, 2010 sent via Fed Ex on 06/28/2010. The hospital involved was also notified by letter on 06/29/2010. The letter described the product, the problem,and the action to be taken by the customers. The customers were instructed to immediately return any affected product to Wright as soon as possible, and to complete an attached response form confirming receipt of the notice and return a copy by fax to 901-867-7401. Customers may contact customer service for return instructions and replacement inventory at 800-238-7117. If you have any questions regarding this matter, contact Debby Daurer at 800-874-5630.

Device

Device Recall CLAW HEX SCREWS
  • Model / Serial
    Item # 40133520 Lot # 0501148499
  • Product Classification
    Orthopedic Devices
  • Device Class
    2
  • Implanted device?
    Yes
  • Distribution
    Nationwide Distribution in States of FL, PA, KS, IN, MO, and CA
  • Product Description
    CLAW¿ HEX SCREW CHARLOTTE " F&A; SYSTEM CONTENTS: 1 EACH Foot and Ankle Screw ... IMPLANT MATERIAL: Stainless Steel Ref: 4013-3520 ... Size 3.5MM, Length 20 MM, Use with Clava¿ 3.5MM - Non-Sterile. Implantation: used in Food and Ankle surgeries.
  • Manufacturer
    Wright Medical Technology Inc

Manufacturer

Wright Medical Technology Inc
  • Manufacturer Address
    Wright Medical Technology Inc, 5677 Airline Rd, Arlington TN 38002
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Wright Medical Group NV
  • Source
    USFDA