Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

K-wire Recalled by Integra LifeSciences Corp. Due to The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements....

Date: May 20, 2016
Company: Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Integra LifeSciences Corp. directly.

Affected Products

K-wire, Smooth Double-pointed 0.8 x 90mm, a component of the METASURG Capture Screw System The K-wire is used in conjunction with the 2.0 mm cannulated screws for the METASURG Capture Screw System. The K-wire is used by the physician to insert into the bone and to act as a guide for drilling, countersinking and installing screws

Quantity: 182 units

Why Was This Recalled?

The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM stainless steel instead of 304 stainless steel. b) K-wires have passivated surface finish instead of electro-polish surface finish. c) K-wires have incorrect length and diameter.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Integra LifeSciences Corp.

Integra LifeSciences Corp. has 216 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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