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KRD1 PedFuse Rods, Model: IM80100-13 Rev B recallZ-1737-2013 · SpineFrontier, Inc. · initiated Dec 30, 2011

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in July 2013

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from SpineFrontier, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

One of the rods in each of two test constructs did not meet fatigue requirement as outlined in ASTM F1717-04 dynamic compression testing 5 million cycles.

FDA root cause category: Vendor change control

What the company is doing

SpineFrontier issued a Recall Notification to the affected distributor via telephone. The distributor was instructed to return the affected product for a replacement product.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1737-2013
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Dec 30, 2011
Posted by the FDA
Jul 16, 2013
Recalling firm
SpineFrontier, Inc.
Quantity
2 rods
Product code
MNI
FDA submissions
K092420
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution including the state of TX

Product description

KRD1 PedFuse Rods, Model: IM80100-13 Rev B Product Usage: Pedicle rods are cylindrical rods which act as a linking mechanism between pedicle screws. The rod sits with the pedicle screw tulip and they are locked into place with a set screw or locking cap. The rod may be placed along several pedicle screws. Component rods are used during implantation of pedicle screw system devices intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments of skeletally mature patients.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Lot Number: 002876-007R

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K092420 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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