Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0559-2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. |
| Report date | Dec 21, 2022 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 1, 2022 |
| Quantity | 1,873 units |
| Location | Aliso Viejo, CA, United States |
Official product description
NUVASIVE MAGEC MAGEC 2 Rod. The MAGEC System is used to brace the spine during growth to minimize the progression of scoliosis. REF Model Numbers/NSO Item #/Product Description MC2-4590S / PA0684-001 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 90mm Standard MC2-5590S / PA0684-002 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5,mm 90mm Standard MC2-6090R / PA0684-003 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Offset MC2-4590R / PA0684-004 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 90mm Offset MC2-5590R / PA0684-005 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 90mm Offset MC2-6090S / PA0684-006 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-4570S / PA0684-007 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 70mm Standard MC2-5570S / PA0684-008 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 70mm Standard MC2-6070S / PA0684-009 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-4570R / PA0684-010 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 70mm Offset MC2-5570R / PA0684-011 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 70mm Offset MC2-6070R / PA0864-012 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Offset MC2-5090S / PA0684-013 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 90mm Standard MC2-5090R / PA0684-014 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 90mm Offset MC2-5070S / PA0684-015 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-5070R / PA0684-016 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 70mm Offset
Why the product was recalled
During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a potential of failure of the sterile packaging barrier which could result in a hazardous situation where the device is no longer sterile.
Distribution information
Distribution US nationwide including Puerto Rico; Chile, Israel, Jordan, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, and United Arab Emirates.
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: Letter.
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