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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

RipCord Syndesmosis Button, REF: STA001K

Reported: February 15, 2023 Initiated: December 22, 2022 #Z-1101-2023

Product Description

RipCord Syndesmosis Button, REF: STA001K

Reason for Recall

Overly aggressive tension on the pull suture, while passing the medial button through a bone/soft tissue tunnel across the fibula and tibia, can exceed its strength causing it to break.

Details

Recalling Firm
TriMed Inc.
Units Affected
76
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of IL, PA, TX, GA, TN, AL, MO, FL, AR, LA, HI, OH, TX, KS
Location
Santa Clarita, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
RipCord Syndesmosis Button, REF: STA001K. Recalled by TriMed Inc.. Units affected: 76.
Why was this product recalled?
Overly aggressive tension on the pull suture, while passing the medial button through a bone/soft tissue tunnel across the fibula and tibia, can exceed its strength causing it to break.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 15, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1101-2023.