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2021
Synthes announces acquisition of OrthoSpin
Trendlines announced that Synthes GmbH, part of DePuy Synthes, would acquire its portfolio company OrthoSpin for US$79.5 million in cash, payable upon closing. The source reports the acquisition as an announcement, not as completed.
2019
Synthes GmbH recalls USS II Polyaxial spinal fixation system
Synthes GmbH initiated a recall of specified models and batches of the USS II Polyaxial spinal fixation system following an unusual trend in complaints about intraoperative abnormal sounds and cracking of locking-ring components. Johnson & Johnson (Shanghai) Medical Equipment Co. was identified as the product's agent. The notice described the recall as Class I.
2019
Synthes GmbH recalls USS II Polyaxial spinal fixation system
Synthes GmbH voluntarily recalled the USS II Polyaxial system after complaints indicated abnormal intraoperative noise and cracking of the locking-ring component in specific models and batches. Johnson & Johnson (Shanghai) Medical Equipment Co. was identified as the product's agent. The notice reported affected shipments in Germany, Switzerland, China, Japan and Australia.