AEQUALIS HUMERAL NAIL DRILL BIT, REF 7020140 Product Usage: The Aequalis Humeral Nail system is intended to provide temporary stabilization of various types of proximal and/or diaphyseal fractures of the humerus. Types of fractures include, but are not limited to, non-unions, malunions, malalignments, pathological fractures, and impending pathological fractures. Examples of specific indications according to AO classification include Type A-Fractures, dislocated, Type B Fractures, dislocated, Type C-Fractures, with intact humeral head, or Humeral Fractures according to Neer-Classification (2, 3 and 4 part fractures).
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot numbers: BA0112130 BA0114126 BA0114174 BA0114279 BA0114344 BA0115022 BA0115071 BA0115203 BA0117059 BA0117083 BA0117100 BA0117145 BA0177206 BA0215015 BA0215022 BA0215203 BA0312130 BA0315203 BA0412130 BA0415203 BA0515203 BA0615203
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Tornier, Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- Drill bit tips without new BargerGard tip protector may puncture through sterile packaging.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
AEQUALIS HUMERAL NAIL DRILL BIT, REF 7020140 Product Usage: The Aequalis Humeral Nail system is intended to provide temporary stabilization of various types of proximal and/or diaphyseal fractures of the humerus. Types of fractures include, but are not limited to, non-unions, malunions, malalignments, pathological fractures, and impending pathological fractures. Examples of specific indications according to AO classification include Type A-Fractures, dislocated, Type B Fractures, dislocated, Type C-Fractures, with intact humeral head, or Humeral Fractures according to Neer-Classification (2, 3 and 4 part fractures).
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot numbers: BA0112130 BA0114126 BA0114174 BA0114279 BA0114344 BA0115022 BA0115071 BA0115203 BA0117059 BA0117083 BA0117100 BA0117145 BA0177206 BA0215015 BA0215022 BA0215203 BA0312130 BA0315203 BA0412130 BA0415203 BA0515203 BA0615203
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1757-2018
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