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High RiskFDAfda-Z-2121-2023CHOKING

Medtronic Catalyft LS Expandable Interbody System, Anterior Standalone Cage, REF 981027722, spinal implant

Units Affected
10
Recall Date
June 6, 2023
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Choking

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2121-2023.

There is the potential for out of specification device geometries. widths, lengths, heights, and lordotic angles to accommodate patient anatomy. These devices can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. Implants have a central cavity that allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft and/or allograft bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or Corticocancellous bone, and/or demineralized allograft bone with bone marrow aspirate.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2121-2023.

Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Medtronic Sofamor Danek Usa Inc or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2121-2023.

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Medtronic Sofamor Danek Usa Inc Recall FAQ

Medtronic Sofamor Danek Usa Inc is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Medtronic Catalyft LS Expandable Interbody System, Anterior Standalone Cage, REF 981027722, spinal implant. The notice was published on June 6, 2023 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 10 units are potentially affected.