Events

Recall of Device Recall VERTEX (R)

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
    59021
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-2877-2011
  • Event Initiated Date
    2011-06-28
  • Event Date Posted
    2011-07-25
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2012-12-24
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=100845
  • 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
    Appliance, fixation, spinal interlaminal - Product Code KWP
  • Reason
    Screws are longer then size etched on the screw.
  • Action
    Medtronic sent a Voluntary Recall letter dated June 28, 2011, directly to Risk Managers and Sales Representatives, with Recall Questionnaires and Confirmation forms included. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the affected customers. If appropriate, personal follow up with Sales Representatives will be made to assure that the recall communication is understood by Risk Managers and to facilitate return of product and the associated Recall response documentation. Foreign consignees will be notified by email on June 29, 2011. For any questions or concerns regarding this recall customers were to contact their Medtronic Sales Representative or the Global Quality Department at 800-876-3133, ext 3173.

Device

Device Recall VERTEX (R)
  • Model / Serial
    Lot number H05J2843
  • Product Classification
    Orthopedic Devices
  • Device Class
    2
  • Implanted device?
    Yes
  • Distribution
    Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of MN, AK, FL, PA, ME, GA HI, CA, TX, OH, IN, MO, WI, MI, NY, IN, LA, MD, MA, NC, OR, NE WA, ID, CO, OR, UT, IL, WV, Canada, Singapore, Netherlands, Brazil, Columbia, Hong Kong, and Mexico.
  • Product Description
    VERTEX (R), REF 69004440, cortical screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 || Intended to help provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion of the thoracic, lumbar, and/or sacral spine.
  • 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