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Terminated

K2M, ALEUTIAN Interbody Spacer Systems, EN AN Lordotic Spreader, Stainless Steel, Non-Sterile, Qty 1, Catalog # 5203-90121, UDI # 10888857108349, Size 24x4mm, 12 Product Usage: Used to simulate the height of the cage and expand the spine disc space to determine the optimal implant size base on patient anatomy.

FDA Recall Z-2013-2020 · Posted 2020-04-24

Recalling FirmK2M, Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHWJ
Date Initiated2020-04-13
Date Terminated2021-11-15

Reason for Recall

The Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader was manufactured as two pieces welded together which has been associated with the spreader tip breaking off during the procedure.

Firm Action

On April 13, 2020, a Product Recall Notification letter was sent to all affected customers (Distributors and Branches/Agencies). The firm instructed customers to review the notification and then, inform all sales representatives and operation teams within the Branch/Agency. Next, the customers were told to check their inventory to locate the product listed and complete the Business Reply Form, even if no affected products were identified. If product was found on hand, the customers were instructed to indicate the quantity of units on the form and to return the product to the firm.

Root Cause

Device Design

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of Colorado, Michigan, Texas, California, New York, Florida, Maryland, Oregon, Kansas, Montana, Missouri and the country of Europe.

Official Source

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

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