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Type of Product	Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference	RC-2013-RN-00421-1
Product Name/Description	Guide Wire 2.5mm, with drill tip, length 300mm Cobalt-Chrome Alloy (Orthopaedic fixation nail guidewire) Part number: 338.002 Lot numbers: 4955980, 6414748, 6414749, 6933620 & 7034317 ARTG number: 203637
Recall Action Level	Hospital
Recall Action Classification	Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date	9/05/2013
Responsible Entity	Synthes Australia Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue	The wrong material (Stainless Steel) is indicated on the product label. The product is made of Cobalt-Chrome alloy (L605)
Recall Action	Recall
Recall Action Instructions	Synthes is recalling affected stock and replacing it with unaffected stock.
Contact Information	1800 796 843 - Synthes Customer Service