Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2017-11-29
Date Terminated2019-02-08
Product Quantity995 distribution events total
Reason for Recall
Two lots of the Tapered Screw-Vent Implants, with different outer thread diameters, were inadvertently commingled during the manufacturing process and may be mislabeled.
Firm Action
On 11/29/2017, customers were notified via letter. Instructions for distributors include to ensure that affected team members are aware of the recall, immediately locate and quarantine affected devices in inventory, notify consignees if product was distributed, make arrangements to immediately return affected devices, and complete and return the Attachment 1 - Inventory Return Certification Form.
Instructions for clinicians include to review the recall notice, examine inventory for affected devices, complete and return the Attachment 2 - Certificate of Acknowledgement, and return all affected devices.
Root Cause
Packaging process control
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution US nationwide, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Denmark, France, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Portugal, Serbia, Spain, and Taiwan.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.