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Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Prestige Cervical Disc System, Implant Trial, REF/Catalog: 6972267, SIZE 7 X 16, MATL: Stainles

FDA device recall Z-0142-2008 · posted 2007-12-19 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Reason for recall
Implant mis-seating; Variance in size between the trial and the implant could cause the implant to be imporperly seated.
Action taken
The firm notified their consignees of the problem and the recall by Urgent Medical Device Recall letter, telephone calls and electronic mail on 09/04/2007. Instructions include requests to immediately quarantine the product and hold for recalling firm collection.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
MJO
Quantity affected
196 units
Distribution
Nationwide
Date initiated
2007-09-04
Date posted
2007-12-19
Date terminated
2008-11-03
Location
Memphis, TN

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