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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2015-RN-00290-1
Product Name/Description Cross-Link Clamp for Rods, 6.0 mm

Model number: 498.813; 498.813S

Lot numbers: 2780518; 2781527; 2780516; 2780511; 2780509; 2780507

ARTG number: 133401
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 31/03/2015
Responsible Entity Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty Ltd t/a DePuy Synthes
Reason/Issue The pre-assembled Cross-Link Clamp is used with 6mm longitudinal rods and 3.5mm transverse rods to provide additional rotational stability to long posterior thoracolumbar constructs. Due to an error in production, the affected pre-assembled Cross-Link Clamp cannot be securely attached to 6mm longitudinal rods. If the clamp does not tighten appropriately there is potential for surgical delay.
Recall Action Recall
Recall Action Instructions Johnson & Johnson Medical is requesting end users to immediately identify and quarantine all unused products listed. Potentially affected product is to be returned to Johnson & Johnson Medical as soon as possible. This action has been closed-out on 4/08/2016.
Contact Information 1800 252 194 - Johnson & Johnson Medical