FDA Recall Terminated

Xpress System Pedicle Screw Assembly, 5.5 x 55mm. An internal fixation device for spinal surgery consisting of rods, pedicle screw assemblies (screw, cap, yoke) and cross bar connector assemblies.

Recall: Z-1512-2015 · Initiated March 11, 2015

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1512-2015
Event Number
70774
Firm
X Spine Systems Inc
FEI Number
3005031160
Product Code
MNH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
March 11, 2015
Posted
April 22, 2015
Terminated
October 21, 2015
Address
452 Alexandersville Rd, Miamisburg, OH, 45342-3658

Description

Xpress System Pedicle Screw Assembly, 5.5 x 55mm. An internal fixation device for spinal surgery consisting of rods, pedicle screw assemblies (screw, cap, yoke) and cross bar connector assemblies.

Reason

One lot of instruments have etched on the Yoke of the Pedicle Screw a laser marking size of 7.5 x 55mm instead of 5.5 x 55mm as described on the product label.

Action

The firm, X-spine Systems, Inc., sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated March 19, 2015 to their customers. The letter describes the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to notify affected hospital and surgeon of the recall immediately; complete the attached Medical Device Recall Return Response Form and return it with any affected product in inventory to X-Spine Systems immediately via mail: 725 Alexandersville Road, Miamisburg OH 45342-RMA #5288; and No action should be taken with product that has been implanted. Please contact customer service at 800.903.0640 or email [email protected] with any questions.

Distribution

US Distribution to states of: KS, NV & TX.

Quantity

14 units