Events

Recall of Device Recall Medtronic Sofamor Danek Extended Length Trocar

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc.

What is this?

A correction or removal action taken by a manufacturer to address a problem with a medical device. Recalls occur when a medical device is defective, when it could be a risk to health, or when it is both defective and a risk to health.

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  • Type of Event
    Recall
  • Event ID
    54031
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-0606-2010
  • Event Initiated Date
    2009-12-07
  • Event Date Posted
    2010-01-12
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2011-01-14
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=87259
  • Notes / Alerts
    U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
    The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
    The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
  • Extra notes in the data
    trocar - Product Code LXH
  • Reason
    The trocar may not fully engage with the rod inserter or may prematurely disengage.
  • Action
    On 12/7/2009, the Sales Representatives were notified by conference call and email regarding the recall. The recall notices were mailed directly to Risk Managers and Sales Representatives, with Recall Questionnaires and Confirmation forms included respectively, on 12/09/2009 with a delivery date of 12/10/09.

Device

Device Recall Medtronic Sofamor Danek Extended Length Trocar
  • Model / Serial
    All Codes
  • Product Classification
    Orthopedic Devices
  • Device Class
    1
  • Implanted device?
    No
  • Distribution
    Nationwide distribution, and the Netherlands
  • Product Description
    Medtronic Sofamor Danek Extended Length Trocar, Size : L=50MM, Item No.: 7578014, Mat'l: Stainless Steel, non-sterile, Rx only, Trocars used with the CD HORIZON¿ LEGACY" Percutaneous Peek Spinal System
  • Manufacturer
    Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc

Manufacturer

Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
  • Manufacturer Address
    Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis TN 38132
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Medtronic plc
  • Manufacturer comment
    “If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.
  • Source
    USFDA