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Size 8 Pedicle Screws of the Allez Spine Laguna Pedicle Screw System, Screw Size (diameter x length) 8 x 35, Catalog Number LG-PR0835, Allez Spine, LLC., Irvine, CA

FDA Recall Z-0186-2008 · Posted 2008-03-11

Recalling FirmAllez Spine, LLC
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMNI
Date Initiated2007-07-30
Date Terminated2012-04-09
Product Quantity317

Reason for Recall

Screw Shank Failure; separation of the screw shank portion from the pedicle head portion of the Size 8 Pedicle Screw, when torquing down the single piece locking nut during implantation.

Firm Action

On July 30, 2007 Allez Spine notified all its field representatives and distributors via email of a potential for failure of the Size 8 Pedicle Screws when used in combination with the single piece locking nuts and instructed them to return all unused inventory of Size 8 Screws and the two piece Locking Nuts with saddle. This action was to be carried out to the retail level-hospital, clinic, lab, and physicians sold the product. The email also had an attachment of a list of expected frequently asked questions (FAQ) from surgeons and answers to help them respond. A second Notice to all users was sent by the recalling firm on Feb 29, 2008, to request follow-up of implanted units.

Root Cause

Device Design

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide: including the states of AZ, CA, CO, GA, NV, TX and UT

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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