FDA Recall Terminated

Lumbar Matrix Scan, Diagnostic Electromyography System consisting of the CERSR Electromyography System and Electrode Array; the system consists of two devices. The first is a system of capital equipment referred to as CERSR Electromyography System, which includes a cart. The second device is disposable electrodes arrays, which are single use devices, used with the capital equipment that is adhered to the patient for monitoring the bioelectric signals produced by the muscles. The disposable is referred to as the Electrode Array. CERSR Electromyography System is packaged in a reusable crate maintained by SMI. The Electrode Array is packaged in a sealed foil pouch. Both devices are non-sterile and the packaging is for protection from damage during shipping.

Recall: Z-1935-2010 · Initiated January 29, 2010

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1935-2010
Event Number
55796
Firm
SpineMatrix Inc
FEI Number
3002881252
Product Code
IKN
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
January 29, 2010
Posted
June 30, 2010
Terminated
September 19, 2012
Address
526 South Main St., Suite 311, Akron, OH, 44311

Description

Lumbar Matrix Scan, Diagnostic Electromyography System consisting of the CERSR Electromyography System and Electrode Array; the system consists of two devices. The first is a system of capital equipment referred to as CERSR Electromyography System, which includes a cart. The second device is disposable electrodes arrays, which are single use devices, used with the capital equipment that is adhered to the patient for monitoring the bioelectric signals produced by the muscles. The disposable is referred to as the Electrode Array. CERSR Electromyography System is packaged in a reusable crate maintained by SMI. The Electrode Array is packaged in a sealed foil pouch. Both devices are non-sterile and the packaging is for protection from damage during shipping.

Reason

A full design review of the CERSR system was conducted in 7/2009. The audit revealed numerous design verification tests that either did not pass or did not meet the design input requirement. One requirement found that it was possible for the physician to think they were reviewing one patients scan, but were actually reviewing a scan from a different patient. This event did not happen; however,

Action

On 1/29/2010 all customers were provided a Voluntary Product Recall Notification letter that was sent via U.S. Postal Service Certified Mail and they were contacted by phone to arrange for pick up of the devices. The letter identified the affected product and described the problem. Customers are to check their inventory for the affected product and contact SpineMatrix Customer Service to receive instruction as to how to return the affected product, if the firm did not already contact the customer. Customers must complete the verification form and return it. Questions should be directed to Customer Service.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution -- CA, OH, OR & TX.

Quantity

CERSR - 14 units, Electrode Arrays - 1,152 units