Devices

Device Recall Rotating Cutter

Model / Serial
Catalog Number 89-0452 (8mm Rotating Cutter) - Production Identification (Lot) Numbers 33056-ND25 and 33056-NE19; Catalog Number 89-0454 (10mm Rotating Cutter) - Production Identification (Lot) Numbers 33056-ND26 and 33056-NF02; Catalog Number 89-0030 (FORZA Discectomy Case); UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF 04/12/2012: The firm has revised to amend the affected lot information; lot number 34346-NH30 (PN 89-0545) has been added. At the time of recall initiation 3 units from lot 34346-NH30 were in distribution; all 3 units have since been returned to Orthofix. Recall notice stated all lots are to be returned so all other information remains unchanged.
Product Classification
Orthopedic Devices
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Product Description
Orthofix rotating cutter used in spinal fusion procedures with the FORZA Spacer System. Catalog Number 89-0452 (8mm Rotating Cutter), 89-0454 (10mm Rotating Cutter), and 89-0030 (FORZA Discectomy Case). Manual surgical instrument comprised of stainless steel and titanium.
Manufacturer
Orthofix, Inc.
1 Event
- Recall of Device Recall Rotating Cutter

Manufacturer

Orthofix, Inc.

Manufacturer Address
Orthofix, Inc., 3451 Plano Pkwy, Lewisville TX 75056-9453
Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
Orthofix International Nv
Source
USFDA

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