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Synthes Large External Fixation, MR Conditional

by Synthes (Usa) 510(k)

Active United States Open recall

510(k) K082650

Regulatory status

as of 29 Oct 2026

Recall ongoing. 1 ongoing FDA recall names this device. See recalls

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Traditional NumberK082650 Date18 Nov 2008ClearedStatusActive

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

United States of America
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Recalls

5 recalls · 1 ongoing · FDA

    • Ongoing Z-1816-2013 FDA Class II initiated 12 Oct 2012

    It was discovered internally that there was a discrepancy between the insert provided with the Tube to Tube Clamp and what was called for in the Bill of Materials. Following a detailed investigation, it was determined that the incorrect insert was used which indicates that the device is MR Safe, when it is actually MR Conditional.

    • Terminated Z-2451-2015 FDA Class II initiated 29 Jul 2015

    Labeling changes were made related to MR conditions that align with standard definitions for MR Safe, MR Conditional, and MR Unsafe. This recall identifies additional Trauma External Fixation System part numbers that should be considered MR Conditional. One serious injury reported.

    • Terminated Z-1833-2014 FDA Class II initiated 10 Apr 2014

    Labeling changes have been made related to MR (Magnetic Resonance imaging) conditions as a result of changes in required protocols to designate a product MR Safe, MR Conditional, or MR Unsafe.

    • Terminated Z-0941-2013 FDA Class II initiated 11 Jan 2013

    The L1 hex nuts, used to tighten the Large Combination Clamp, were oversized and the 11 mm sockets and wrenches will not fit on the hex nuts.

    • Terminated Z-0277-2013 FDA Class II initiated 28 Sep 2012

    The insert provided with the product for the specific lot number indicates that this product is MR safe. This product is MR Conditional and is etched as MR Conditional. The insert is incorrect.

Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
KTT
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 888.3030
Advisory Committee
Orthopedic
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

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