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Medtronic Sofamor Danek, TSRH SiLo 5.5 Spinal System, Sagittal Adjusting Screw Implants, Supplement Sets, REF: 8889245,

FDA device recall Z-0074-2008 · posted 2007-12-13 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Reason for recall
Disassembly: The movable cradle component could detach from the saddle under extreme manipulation of the associated rods prior to final tightening of the set screws.
Action taken
Medtronic sent letters, titled URGENT DEVICE RECALL, on 08/24/2007, to the Risk Managers of the hospital consignees explaining the potential for these sets to disassemble, and requesting the discontinuation of the use of and quarantine of the product. The product will be retrieved by the firm and replaced.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
KWP
Quantity affected
20 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA, The Netherlands, Australia, and Canada.
Date initiated
2007-08-24
Date posted
2007-12-13
Date terminated
2009-08-21
Location
Memphis, TN

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