Severity
Moderate
Zimmer, Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on November 27, 2013. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 94 Tray sets units are affected. The recall was issued because: Zimmer Spine, Inc. is initiating a correction regarding the Trinica ALP Instrument Tray, part 07.01058.001 (all lots). …. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0357-2014) was formally reported on November 27, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 9, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Zimmer, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Warsaw, IN. Federal records indicate 94 Tray sets units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: Zimmer Spine, Inc. is initiating a correction regarding the Trinica ALP Instrument Tray, part 07.01058.001 (all lots). The Ratchet Handles, part 07.00438.001 may not be effectively sterilized if left in their designate… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Nationwide and OUS countries include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
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Severity
Moderate
Units Affected
94 Tray sets
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate (ALP) system, part 07.01058.001. Non Sterile, Rx only. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is a temporary supplemental fixation device consisting of a variety of shapes and sizes of plates and screws. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is used as an implant for the correction and stabilization of the spine. This system provides temporary stabilization and augments the development of a solid spinal fusion. Additionally, this system provides the surgeon with the ability to supplement an interbody device with anterior plate fixation. The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System components can be locked into a variety of configurations and each construct may be customized to individual cases. The plates are low profile and anatomically designed to provide optimal fit from either anterior or anterior-lateral approach. This system also features anti-migration locking caps to help secure the fixation screws. All Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System implant components are made from titanium alloy (Ti-6AI-4V). The Trinica Anterior Lumbar Plate System is indicated for use via the lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels or via the anterior surgical approach, below the bifurcation of the great vessels. This system is indicated in the treatment of lumbar or lumbosacral (L1-SI) spine instability as a result of fracture (including dislocation and subluxation), tumor, degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), pseudoarthrosis, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, lordotic deformities of the spine, spinal stenosis, or a failed previous fusion.
Zimmer Spine, Inc. is initiating a correction regarding the Trinica ALP Instrument Tray, part 07.01058.001 (all lots). The Ratchet Handles, part 07.00438.001 may not be effectively sterilized if left in their designated location(s) in the instrument tray. This is due to the current bracketing in the tray potentially interfering with complete steam penetration into the cannulated handle.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0357-2014 |
| Date reported | November 27, 2013 |
| Date initiated | October 9, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer, Inc. |
| Units affected | 94 Tray sets |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Nationwide and OUS countries include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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