"***SENTINEL***Cannulated Drill Bit***S8580***8 X 229mm (9")***CONMED LINVATEC 11311 CONCEPT BLVD LARGO, FL 33773-4908 USA***LOT***2012-03***". This drill bit is an eccentric mono-fluted cutting edge for drilling bone tunnels in ACL and PCL reconstruction.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    S8580 (8.0MM Drill Bit), lot numbers 322225 and 322226
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
Reason for Recall:
Linvatec Corporation dba ConMed Linvatec in Largo, FL is recalling the S8580, 8.0MM SENTINEL Cannulated Drill Bit, lot numbers 322225 and 322226; and the S8585, 8.5MM SENTINEL Cannulated Drill Bit, lot number 322287. Recall was initiated due to the incorrect labeling on package.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

"***SENTINEL***Cannulated Drill Bit***S8580***8 X 229mm (9")***CONMED LINVATEC 11311 CONCEPT BLVD LARGO, FL 33773-4908 USA***LOT***2012-03***". This drill bit is an eccentric mono-fluted cutting edge for drilling bone tunnels in ACL and PCL reconstruction.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

S8580 (8.0MM Drill Bit), lot numbers 322225 and 322226

Distribution:

Distributed in: NJ, UT, GA, NY, PA, IL, LA, OH, CA, MS

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0383-2013

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