Important Safety Alerts

Important Safety Alerts

Medical Device Safety Alert: Synthes Electric Pen Drive

21 Jan 2013

Medical device manufacturer, Synthes, has initiated a field safety corrective action concerning the Hand Switch for Electric Pen Drive [Part No.: 05.001.012; Lot No.: AV19044, AV18166, AV20666].

The manufacturer has received one complaint about a hand switch, for Electric Pen Drive not labeled correctly ("on" and "lock" labels interchanged). Synthes advises users to inspect the device and inform them for replacement if detected faulty devices.

According to the local supplier, the affected products were distributed in Hong Kong.

If you are in possession of the product, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.

Posted on 21 January 2013

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