ExcelsiusGPS Cannula A, 9mm x 250mm, Cannula used with ball tip probes, Model No. 6143.2844
FDA Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1007-2024.
Devices may not be rendered sterile due to an internal gap that may be present on some devices causing increased difficulty cleaning prior to steam sterilization. There is an increased risk for infection, inflammation, local toxicity, systemic toxicity, sensitivity, and cross-contamination.
Corrective Action (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1007-2024.
Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.
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- If you have experienced a reaction, seek medical care and report it to the FDA via MedWatch.
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Consumer Contact (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1007-2024.
Globus Medical, Inc.
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Globus Medical, Inc. Recall FAQ
Globus Medical, Inc. is the subject of a medical devices safety report: ExcelsiusGPS Cannula A, 9mm x 250mm, Cannula used with ball tip probes, Model No. 6143.2844. The notice was published on December 15, 2023 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 570 units are potentially affected.