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Recall of Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate (ALP) system

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Zimmer, 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
    66439
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-0357-2014
  • Event Initiated Date
    2013-10-09
  • Event Date Posted
    2013-11-18
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2015-02-24
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=122390
  • 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 intervertebral body - Product Code KWQ
  • Reason
    Zimmer spine, inc. is initiating a correction regarding the trinica alp instrument tray, part 07.01058.001 (all lots). the ratchet handles, part 07.00438.001 may not be effectively sterilized if left in their designated location(s) in the instrument tray. this is due to the current bracketing in the tray potentially interfering with complete steam penetration into the cannulated handle.
  • Action
    Zimmer Spine sent a Medical Device Correction letter dated October 9, 2013 via FedEx A Medical Device Correction letter, dated October 09, 2013 via FedEx to distributors, Hospitals and Surgeons who have received and/or used the device. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review the notification and ensure affected personnel were aware of its contents. Only sterilize the Ratchet Handles external to the instrument tray. Customers were to be notified when replacement trays were available. Customer with questions were instructed to call the Zimmer Customer Call Center at 866-774-6368. UPDATE: July 17, 2014 Zimmer issued another letter to consignees to inform them of a redesigned tray is available and will replace the current tray. A Zimmer representative will conduct the swap-out of the current Rev A tray for the new Rev B design tray. A Return Confirmation Form is asked to be emailed back to CorporateQuality.Postmarket@zimmer.com. For assistance or questions, contact Zimmer Spine Customer Service at 866-774-6368.

Device

Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate (ALP) system
  • Model / Serial
    Lots: P060509, P061255, P070617, P080422, P090046
  • Product Classification
    Orthopedic Devices
  • Device Class
    2
  • Implanted device?
    Yes
  • Distribution
    Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Nationwide and OUS countries include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK.
  • Product Description
    Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate (ALP) system, part 07.01058.001. Non Sterile, Rx only. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is a temporary supplemental fixation device consisting of a variety of shapes and sizes of plates and screws. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is used as an implant for the correction and stabilization of the spine. This system provides temporary stabilization and augments the development of a solid spinal fusion. Additionally, this system provides the surgeon with the ability to supplement an interbody device with anterior plate fixation. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System components can be locked into a variety of configurations and each construct may be customized to individual cases. The plates are low profile and anatomically designed to provide optimal fit from either anterior or anterior-lateral approach. This system also features anti-migration locking caps to help secure the fixation screws. All Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System implant components are made from titanium alloy (Ti-6AI-4V). || The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is indicated for use via the lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels or via the anterior surgical approach, below the bifurcation of the great vessels. This system is indicated in the treatment of lumbar or lumbosacral (L1-SI) spine instability as a result of fracture (including dislocation and subluxation), tumor, degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), pseudoarthrosis, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, lordotic deformities of the spine, spinal stenosis, or a failed previous fusion.
  • Manufacturer
    Zimmer, Inc.

Manufacturer

Zimmer, Inc.
  • Manufacturer Address
    Zimmer, Inc., 345 E Main St, Warsaw IN 46580-2746
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Zimmer Biomet Holdings
  • Manufacturer comment
    “The safety of patients has always been, and continues to be, Zimmer Biomet’s top priority and it is our honor to be a leader in this industry for the past 90 years,” Zimmer Biomet told ICIJ in a statement. “We adhere to strict regulatory standards, and work closely with the FDA and all applicable regulatory agencies in each of our regions as part of our commitment to operating a first-rate quality management system across our global manufacturing network. The company added that it is focused on staying at the forefront of innovation and doing right by the millions of patients who rely on the company’s products.
  • Source
    USFDA