Medtronic Prestige LP(TM) Cervical Disc System with Streamlined Instruments, DRILL GUIDES: a) REF 6975205, 5mm b) REF 6975206, 6mm c) REF 6975207, 7mm Product Usage: The PRESTIGE LP reusable instruments are intended for the surgical implantation of the PRESTIGE LP Cervical Disc. Medtronic reusable instruments must be sterilized prior to initial use and must be cleaned and sterilized prior to each re-use.
FDA Recall Z-1641-2018 · Posted None
Recalling FirmMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMJO
Date Initiated2018-03-13
Date Terminated2020-11-02
Product Quantity231 units
Reason for Recall
The firm received complaints of drill bits breaking during use with the Prestige LP(TM) Cervical Disc System. Subsequent investigation demonstrated the interaction of the drill guide and the drill bit may lead to drill bit breakage.
Firm Action
Medtronic distributed a voluntary removal notice via FedEx courier service to impacted U.S. consignees on 13MARCH 2018.
The notice requested the following:
"Instructions to Customers:
1.) Please locate and remove the impacted product from normal storage locations. Do not use this product. 2.) Complete the enclosed Customer Confirmation Form and return via fax to 763-367-8134, or via e-mail to [email protected].
3.) As applicable, contact your Medtronic Sales Representative to coordinate the return of affected product."
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide Distribution
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.