Normed General Instruments 503004541: Werber Countersink Cannulated for micro CBS Screws, AO 503004341: Werber Countersink Cannulated for micro CBS Screws, round-shaft The Countersink is an instrument which is used over the guide wire to prepare for adequate space in the cortical bone rim to sink the screw head in to bones/tissues for different Foot, Ankle and Hand implant systems. The instrument is used in several Normed implant systems. The instrument is used to avoid soft tissue irritation

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lots: 13065 13569 13571
  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:
Zimmer Gmbh
Reason for Recall:
the devices used a different raw material to produce two countersink products which has higher hardness and higher carbon content resulting in device damage.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Normed General Instruments 503004541: Werber Countersink Cannulated for micro CBS Screws, AO 503004341: Werber Countersink Cannulated for micro CBS Screws, round-shaft The Countersink is an instrument which is used over the guide wire to prepare for adequate space in the cortical bone rim to sink the screw head in to bones/tissues for different Foot, Ankle and Hand implant systems. The instrument is used in several Normed implant systems. The instrument is used to avoid soft tissue irritation

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lots: 13065 13569 13571

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, CO

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-2111-2017

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