FDA Recall Terminated

Response BandLoc 5.5/6.0 Tensioner Instrument The Tensioner Instrument (01-1102-1000) is utilized to allow the surgeon to apply a recommended tension to the band and hold it in place during spine manipulation and set screw tightening.

Recall: Z-2321-2017 · Initiated April 24, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2321-2017
Event Number
77270
Firm
OrthoPediatrics Corp
FEI Number
3006460162
Product Code
OWI
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
April 24, 2017
Terminated
September 18, 2017
Address
2850 Frontier Dr, Warsaw, IN, 46582-7001

Description

Response BandLoc 5.5/6.0 Tensioner Instrument The Tensioner Instrument (01-1102-1000) is utilized to allow the surgeon to apply a recommended tension to the band and hold it in place during spine manipulation and set screw tightening.

Reason

Over-tensioning of the band resulting in damage to the band causing it to rupture

Action

The firm, OrthoPediatrics Corp., contacted each distributor/consignee via phone on 4/24/2017, regarding the recall. The phone call informed Consignees of issue and actions to be taken. The consignees were instructed to return of devices in their control were issued; cease further distribution of the product and quarantine it. The firm state that product will be distributed after Rework to new revision. If you have any questions, contact V.P. Regulatory Affairs, at (574) 268-6379 or email: [email protected].

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution-US distribution to: MO, NY, KY, FL, NC and OH; and countries of: AUSTRALIA, FRANCE and SPAIN.

Quantity

82