Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1819-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Custom Spine, Inc. |
| Report date | Aug 7, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 28, 2013 |
| Quantity | 18 units |
| Location | Parsippany, NJ, United States |
Official product description
Custom Spine ISSYS LP Inverted Screw System. 8.5MM X 45 MM ISSYS LP Screw Rx Non-Sterile. Custom Spine, Inc. 9 Campus Dr. Parsippany, NJ 07054 USA. TEL: 973-808-0019 The ISSYS LP Spinal Fixation System is intended to help provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion of the lumbar and/or sacral spine for pedicular and non-pedicular fixation.
Why the product was recalled
On March 28, 2013, Custom Spine, Inc. issued a minor removal of a lot of 18 screws that were found to be out of specification. The screw length was 5 mm shorter in length than the required specification for the screw size. The product is laser marked 8.5mm X 45mm, but its length measured 40mm.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution including Nebraska and Virginia.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
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