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5.0 mm Periprosthetic Locking Screw Self-tapping 12 mm Sterile Recalled by Synthes (USA) Products LLC Due to This lot of the 5.0 mm Periprosthetic Locking...
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 Synthes (USA) Products LLC directly.
Affected Products
5.0 mm Periprosthetic Locking Screw Self-tapping 12 mm Sterile; Catalog ID # 02.221.462S Indicated for fixation of various long bones.
Quantity: 15 units
Why Was This Recalled?
This lot of the 5.0 mm Periprosthetic Locking Screw, Self-tapping, 12mm Sterile, was shipped after the expiration date of May 31, 2012. The label on the product has the correct expiration date.
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed to 2 states: IL, IN
About Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Synthes (USA) Products LLC has 162 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.
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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report