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Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Boston Scientific CRM
Boston Scientific CRM manufacturing quality system recently discovered test artifacts (related to shock charge time) in a small number of implantable defibrillators (ENERGEN DR ICD model E143) which require further investigation. While these devices successfully passed all manufacturing tests and met all requirements, they showed a slightly longer charge time than other devices during a manufactu
Biomet 3i
A small number of outer implant boxes may be mislabeled. The inner tray, containing the implant, is label correctly. This condition, if present and not recognized could potentially result in the dental implant not being able to be placed into the osteotomy or seated to the desired depth if placement is attempted.
A small number of outer implant boxes may be mislabeled. The inner tray, containing the implant, is label correctly. This condition, if present and not recognized could potentially result in the dental implant not being able to be placed into the osteotomy or seated to the desired depth if placement is attempted.
Screen save images are included in wrong exam due to duplicate UID creation. This may cause a safety issue due to a potential patient data mismatch.While the issue has only been observed at one customer site on the Signa HDxT 1.5T system, internal investigation revealed that the issue also impacts multiple GE healthcare MR Systems.
Inserters have a set screw that fixes a collar to the inserter. The screw set can loosen and fall out of the inserter which allows the collar to slide off the proximal end of the inserter. When the collar is not in place the locking sleeve can also slide off the inserter.
Prior to use in surgery, the Drill Guides were presenting noticeable degrees of denting and/or bending. As a result, drills and taps could not be directed down guides during surgery due to mechanical interference.
During an operation the strike plate of a T-Handle loosened and separated from the T-Handle.
Two sections that are designated for the 8mm and 9mm screws were switched; the holes that hold the 8mm screws are designed for 9mm screws, and the holes that hold the 9mm screws are designated for 8mm screws.
Product fails to meet the accuracy at the low end of the measuring range.
Potential to electrostatic discharged (ESD)
Medtronic Neurosurgery is recalling the Medtronic Preimplantation Test Kit because the outer carton had expiration dates that were incorrect. The date on the outer carton is later than the expiration date for one or more of the individually packaged sterile components in the kit.
Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC initiated a recall of the Aesculap Prospace PEEK 5 degree Implant - 8 x 8.5 x 22 mm (SN038P) because the device is incorrectly etched with an 8 degree lordosis instead of a 5 degree lordosis. The device is labeled correctly, only the etching of the implant may be incorrect.
The firm is recalling the ENDOPATH Probe Plus II Shafts because the possibility that a tear in the Tyvek packaging may affect the sterility of the device.
The device is labeled incorrectly, in that, the device Model Number on the outer carton and inner pouch labels did not match, although both referenced the same lot number. The Model Number on the outer box states UPN M003E345020 (4.5mm x 20 mm Neuroform 3 Stent) while the pouch label states UPN M003E3450300 (4.5mm x 30 mm Neuroform 3 Stent).