BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System, 2-Level Plate, 36 mm, Implant Grade Titanium and Nitinol, Orthofix Inc., RX Only The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is a temporary implant, intended for anterior fixation to the cervical spine from C2 to C7 and is indicated for: A. Degenerative disc disease, B. Spondylolisthesis, C. Trauma, D. Spinal Stenosis, E. Deformities, F. Tumor, G. Pseudoarthrosis, and H. Revision of previous surgery. The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is comprised of a variety of non-sterile, single use, titanium alloy and nitinol components. The system is attached to the anterior aspect of the vertebral body by means of screw to to the cervical spine.

    Recall: Z-1089-2014 · Initiated October 29, 2013

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-1089-2014
    Event Number
    66660
    Firm
    Orthofix, Inc
    FEI Number
    2183449
    Product Code
    KWQ
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Component design/selection
    Initiated
    October 29, 2013
    Posted
    February 25, 2014
    Terminated
    December 9, 2014
    Address
    3451 Plano Pkwy, Lewisville, TX, 75056-9453

    Description

    Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System, 2-Level Plate, 36 mm, Implant Grade Titanium and Nitinol, Orthofix Inc., RX Only The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is a temporary implant, intended for anterior fixation to the cervical spine from C2 to C7 and is indicated for: A. Degenerative disc disease, B. Spondylolisthesis, C. Trauma, D. Spinal Stenosis, E. Deformities, F. Tumor, G. Pseudoarthrosis, and H. Revision of previous surgery. The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is comprised of a variety of non-sterile, single use, titanium alloy and nitinol components. The system is attached to the anterior aspect of the vertebral body by means of screw to to the cervical spine.

    Reason

    There is a possibility that the locking mechanism of the Azure Anterior Cervical Plate may fracture during or after implantation.

    Action

    Orthofix sent a Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification dated October 29, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Immediate Action: 1. Immediately cease any further distribution or use of the AZURE" plates. 2. Notify your surgeons and staff customers that Azure" plates cannot be used and are to be returned to Orthofix. at no cost to you, see Instructions below. 3. Please complete the attached reply form indicating that you have received this letter. Product Return Instructions: To return the Azure plates, please follow these Instructions. 1. Check you inventory of Azura Implant Trays.. 2. Complete the attached form with the quantity you are returning. 3. Contact your local Orthofix representative or Orthofix customer service representative at 888--298-5700 for return instructions and shipment information and replacement with a different Orthofix Anterior Cervical Plate System. .

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution: USA (nationwide) and the country of Germany.

    Quantity

    4,172 units