PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Driver Instrument, part of the Superion Indirect Decompression System, REF: 102-9800, used with the Superion Indirect Decompression System IFU, Superion IDS Kit IFU, Surgical Technique Manual

Reported: June 21, 2023 Initiated: May 12, 2023 #Z-1972-2023

Product Description

Driver Instrument, part of the Superion Indirect Decompression System, REF: 102-9800, used with the Superion Indirect Decompression System IFU, Superion IDS Kit IFU, Surgical Technique Manual

Reason for Recall

Pending update to indirect decompression system instructions for use informing users that excessive force during the implant procedure may cause driver instrument tip breaks, which may result in metal fragments (Driver teeth/tips) within the implant location; and if metal fragments are not removed and remain in situ, MRI scans are NOT advised due to potential risk of patient injury.

Details

Units Affected
21,533
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution: IN, NY, IL, PA, FL, SC, TX, MA, VA, AL, WI, OK, MO, MI, OH, WV, NC, UT, NH, CA, NJ, TN, NV, AZ, NE, IA, CT, ME, LA, KY, MS, MD, DC, GA, CO, KS, ID, MN, AR, HI, NM, WA, SD, OR, DE, WY, AK, and ND
Location
Valencia, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Driver Instrument, part of the Superion Indirect Decompression System, REF: 102-9800, used with the Superion Indirect Decompression System IFU, Superion IDS Kit IFU, Surgical Technique Manual. Recalled by Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation. Units affected: 21,533.
Why was this product recalled?
Pending update to indirect decompression system instructions for use informing users that excessive force during the implant procedure may cause driver instrument tip breaks, which may result in metal fragments (Driver teeth/tips) within the implant location; and if metal fragments are not removed and remain in situ, MRI scans are NOT advised due to potential risk of patient injury.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 21, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1972-2023.