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CriticalFDAfda-Z-2206-2012FIRE OR BURN

Synthes(R) Hemostatic Bone Putty, Part numbers 08.901.001.97S, 08.901.001.98S, 08.901.001.99S, 08.901.001D, and VB1025.10S. Indicated ...

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
8,853
Recall Date
July 5, 2012
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2206-2012.

There is the potential for Hemostatic Bone Putty to ignite if contacted with electrosurgical cautery systems under certain conditions during surgery.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2206-2012.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Synthes Usa Hq, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2206-2012.

Synthes USA HQ, Inc.

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Synthes Usa Hq, Inc. Recall FAQ

Synthes Usa Hq, Inc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Synthes(R) Hemostatic Bone Putty, Part numbers 08.901.001.97S, 08.901.001.98S, 08.901.001.99S, 08.901.001D, and VB1025.10S. Indicated .... The notice was published on July 5, 2012 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 8,853 units are potentially affected.