FDA recall Z-0040-2018

Genesys Orthopedics Systems, LLC · Class II · device

Product

Genesys spine, Binary Screwdriver, GCP221, component of the Binary Anterior Cervical Plating System The Genesys Spine Binary Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior screw fixation to the cervical spine. It is to be used in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion of the cervical spine (C2 to C7). The system is indicated for use in the temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spinal fusion in patients with degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e. fractures or dislocations), tumors, deformity (defined as kyphosis, lordosis, or scoliosis),pseudoarthrosis, failed previous fusion, and/or spinal stenosis.

Reason for recall

Unanticipated technique for a cervical screw insertion caused the tip of the threaded inner shaft to break off.

Distribution

US Distribution to the states of : FL, TX, NY, IL, GA, AL, MA, MO

Key facts

Status
Terminated
Initiation date
2015-11-05
Report date
2017-10-25
Termination date
2018-07-19
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Location
West Lake Hills, TX, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0040-2018