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Synthes ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bit, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit HXC, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit wit...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1669-2014 — Class II — April 29, 2014

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1669-2014
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated April 29, 2014
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Synthes, Inc.
Location West Chester, PA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 6690

Product Description

Synthes ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bit, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit HXC, Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit with 2.35mm x 33.5mm Shaft, and Synthes 2.0mm Milling Bit with Flat Coupling. Spinal surgical instrument: The Synthes ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bits are used as a part of the milling option for keel preparation of the vertebral bodies. The milling bits are coupled to a power tool and interface with the milling guide, which is connected to a trial implant for the keel preparation step.

Reason for Recall

Certain lots of the ProDisc-C 2.0mm Milling Bits have an increased potential to break during use.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Distribution

Lot / Code Information

part number: 03.820.161s, with lot numbers: 5742507,5755970,5755971,5755972, 5755973,5755974,5828298,6336115, 6338099,6338100,6340029,6340030, 6344199,6344200,6363601,6385892, 6407046,6431260,6431261,6460402, 6503360,6526127,6571070,6571073, 6571074,6601985,6636946,6636947, 6636948,6653819,6653820,6670383, 6691341,6691342,6718933,6718934, 6718935,6740611,6794651,6794652, 6794653,6794654,6794655 part number: 03.820.1638 with lot numbers: 5742506,5755978,5755979,5755980, 5755981,5755982,5828299,5828300, 6320586,6336108,6336110,6336111, 6340033,6344201,6344202,6363602, 6385893,6431262,6431263,6460403, 6503361,6571075,6601986,6601987, 6636949,6636950,6636951,6653810, 6653818,6670382,6691343,6691344, 6718938,6740615,6740616,6745821, 6770474,6770475,6770476,6770477, 6770478,6794657,6794658 part number: 03.820.167S with lot numbers: 5755983,5755984,5755987,5755988, 5755989,5755985,5755986,5755990, 5828302,6338101,6338102,6338103, 6338104,6338106,6338107,6338108, 6338109,6344205,6471089,6670381, 6718939,6718940,6718941,6843907, 6843906,6856252,6856253,6867662, 6867661,6901712,6901713,6919726, 6919727,6919728,6901710,6901711, 6921717,6921718,6940357,6960192, 6960193,6983033,7006496,7055427 part number: 03.820.169S with lot numbers: 6066520,6113671,6113633,6159883, 6180175,6338068,6338098,6344206, 6363603,6407047,6431264,6460404, 6526128,6571078,6670384,6745820, 6770479,6770480

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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