Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1349-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Nuvasive Specialized Orthopedics Inc. |
| Report date | Apr 14, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 12, 2021 |
| Quantity | 10,657 units |
| Location | Aliso Viejo, CA, United States |
Official product description
NUVASIVE PRECICE Intramedullary Limb Lengthening (IMLL) and (Short) System End Cap for PRECICE Intramedullary Limb Lengthening System Implant; Packaged End Cap 8.5/10.7mm,¿ +0mm; Packaged End Cap 8.5/10.7mm,¿ +5mm; Packaged End Cap 8.5/10.7mm,¿ +10mm; Packaged End Cap 8.5/10.7mm,¿ +15mm; Packaged End Cap 8.5/10.7mm,¿ +20mm; Packaged End Cap 12.5mm,¿ +0mm; Packaged End Cap 12.5mm,¿ +5mm; Packaged End Cap 12.5mm,¿ +10mm; Packaged End Cap 12.5mm,¿ +15mm; Packaged End Cap 12.5mm,¿ +20mm; 3.5 mm Locking Screw, 20 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 25 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 30 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 35 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 40 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 45 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 50 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 55 mm Length; 3.5 mm Locking Screw 60 mm Length; Locking Screw, 3.5x65mm; Locking Screw, 3.5x70mm; Locking Screw, 3.5x75mm; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 20 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 25 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 30 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 35 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 40 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 45 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 50 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 55 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 60 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 20 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 25 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 30 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 35 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 40 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 45 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 50 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 55 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 60 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 65 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 70 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 75 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 20 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 25 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 30 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 35 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 40 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 45 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 50 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 55 mm Length; 4.0 mm Locking Screw 60 mm Length; 4.0 mm X 65 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 70 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 75 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 80 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 85 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 90 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 95 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 4.0 mm X 100 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 20 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 25 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 30 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 35 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 40 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 45 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 50 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 55 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 60 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 65 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 70 mm Length; 5.0 mm Locking Screw 75 mm Length; 5.0 mm X 80 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 5.0 mm X 85 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 5.0 mm X 90 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 5.0 mm X 95 mm Locking Screw, Peg; 5.0 mm X 100 mm Locking Screw, Peg; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, retrograde femur 10 degree, 10.7 mm diameter, 170 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade tibia, 10.7 mm diameter, 160 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade femur trochanteric, 10.7 mm diameter, 170 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, universal femur, 10.7 mm diameter, 170 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, retrograde femur, 10 degree, 10.7 mm diameter, 215 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, retrograde femur, 10 degree, 10.7 mm diameter, 230 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade femur (piriformis), 10.7 mm diameter, 215 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade femur (piriformis), 10.7 mm diameter, 230 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade tibia, 10.7 mm diameter, 195 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening rod, antegrade tibia, 10.7 mm diameter, 215 mm length; Orthopedic intramedullary limb lengthening
Why the product was recalled
Due to not having the full complement of biological assessments for all potential patients and as a result the devices are not indicated for use in individuals under the age of 18 years old.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution, including U.S. Nationwide.
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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