FDA recall Z-2234-2020

Product

Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X40MM, Item Number 810M7540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indicated for skeletally mature patients and for adolescence patients.

Reason for recall

There are reports of inadequate locking of the extended tab screws. Complaints were reported where the closure top backed out of the screw post-operatively.

Distribution

US nationwide distribution.

Key facts

Status

Terminated

Initiation date

2020-05-05

Report date

2020-06-10

Termination date

2022-07-15

Voluntary/Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Location

Warsaw, IN, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2234-2020