# FDA recall Z-1759-2018

> **Synthes (USA) Products LLC** · Class II · device recall initiated 2018-04-02.

## Product

Retractor f/Sciatic Nerve Long; Part number: 03.100.014; UDI: 10886982070630

## Reason for recall

There is a potential for microspores to form on the hollow handle of the Sciatic Nerve Retractor. The pores may increase in size, allowing fluid to enter the hollow handle.

## Distribution

US Nationwide and Canada

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1759-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Synthes (USA) Products LLC
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2018-04-02
- **Report date:** 2018-05-16
- **Termination date:** 2019-10-16

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** West Chester, PA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1759-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1759-2018. Retrieved 2026-05-29 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1759-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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