Synthes Matrix Threaded Persuader Deformity is a comprehensive thoracolumbar pedical screw system designed to provide flexibility biomechanical performance and a solution to complex posterior pathological challenges.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Item Lot Number Number 03.632.008 4833901 03.632.008 6284014 03.632.008 6284015 03.632.008 6377412 03.632.008 6390270 03.632.008 6390308 03.632.008 6390309 03.632.008 6445711 03.632.008 6455761 03.632.008 6455786 03.632.008 6530998 03.632.008 6548747 03.632.008 6558995 03.632.008 6559002 03.632.008 6583188 03.632.008 6583189 03.632.008 6603334 03.632.008 6603335 03.632.008 6624550 03.632.008 6676663 03.632.008 6703414 03.632.008 6706733 03.632.008 6718634 03.632.008 6718635 03.632.008 4833901 03.632.008 6445711 03.632.008 6455761 03.632.008 6455786 03.632.008 6530998 03.632.008 6548747 03.632.008 6603334 03.632.008 6603335 03.632.008 6676663 03.632.008 6703414 03.632.008 6706733 03.632.008 6718634 03.632.008 6718635
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Synthes became aware that during a procedure using the Matrix Threaded Persuader, the Reduction Insert malfunctioned causing pieces to break off. Once there is a breakage to the Reduction Insert it will not allow the instrument to function as required.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Synthes Matrix Threaded Persuader Deformity is a comprehensive thoracolumbar pedical screw system designed to provide flexibility biomechanical performance and a solution to complex posterior pathological challenges.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Item Lot Number Number 03.632.008 4833901 03.632.008 6284014 03.632.008 6284015 03.632.008 6377412 03.632.008 6390270 03.632.008 6390308 03.632.008 6390309 03.632.008 6445711 03.632.008 6455761 03.632.008 6455786 03.632.008 6530998 03.632.008 6548747 03.632.008 6558995 03.632.008 6559002 03.632.008 6583188 03.632.008 6583189 03.632.008 6603334 03.632.008 6603335 03.632.008 6624550 03.632.008 6676663 03.632.008 6703414 03.632.008 6706733 03.632.008 6718634 03.632.008 6718635 03.632.008 4833901 03.632.008 6445711 03.632.008 6455761 03.632.008 6455786 03.632.008 6530998 03.632.008 6548747 03.632.008 6603334 03.632.008 6603335 03.632.008 6676663 03.632.008 6703414 03.632.008 6706733 03.632.008 6718634 03.632.008 6718635

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0384-2014

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