FDAMarch 12, 2018device

Phoenix Nail System, intended for use with an intramedullary nail system for alignment, stabilization and fixation of fractures. 3.5mm Inserter Connector, Short; Model Number: 14-441045; Kit Model Numbers: 14-400082, 14-400082S, 14-440065S, 14-442000-00, 14-442000S, 14-444000-00, 979105, 14-44104...

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

The hazard

Certain lots of the Phoenix Tibia Nail 3.5mm Inserter instruments are being recalled due to reports of fracturing and remaining in the device implant.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Terminated

Brands named

zimmer biometzimmer

Recall history

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