PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

REF 101-45-20***NOVATION MODULAR DRILL BIT LENGTH: 20mm, DIAMETER 4.5mm***Use with 20mm Screw***STERILE***EXACTECH 2320 NW 56th Court, Gainesville, FL 32653***. To assist the surgeon in the implantation of Novation Hip system components in according to a conventional technique for hemi & total hip arthroplasty. Specifically, these instruments are reusable, surgically invasive, and intended for transient use.

Reported: September 19, 2012 Initiated: January 24, 2012 #Z-2364-2012

Product Description

REF 101-45-20***NOVATION MODULAR DRILL BIT LENGTH: 20mm, DIAMETER 4.5mm***Use with 20mm Screw***STERILE***EXACTECH 2320 NW 56th Court, Gainesville, FL 32653***. To assist the surgeon in the implantation of Novation Hip system components in according to a conventional technique for hemi & total hip arthroplasty. Specifically, these instruments are reusable, surgically invasive, and intended for transient use.

Reason for Recall

Exactech Inc. of Gainesville, FL is recalling their Novation Modular Drill Bits after the devices were reported to have been used by end user while in a non-sterile condition.

Details

Recalling Firm
Exactech, Inc.
Units Affected
2
Distribution
Nationwide distribution: USA state of: Arkansas only
Location
Gainesville, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
REF 101-45-20***NOVATION MODULAR DRILL BIT LENGTH: 20mm, DIAMETER 4.5mm***Use with 20mm Screw***STERILE***EXACTECH 2320 NW 56th Court, Gainesville, FL 32653***. To assist the surgeon in the implantation of Novation Hip system components in according to a conventional technique for hemi & total hip arthroplasty. Specifically, these instruments are reusable, surgically invasive, and intended for transient use.. Recalled by Exactech, Inc.. Units affected: 2.
Why was this product recalled?
Exactech Inc. of Gainesville, FL is recalling their Novation Modular Drill Bits after the devices were reported to have been used by end user while in a non-sterile condition.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 19, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2364-2012.