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FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

Zimmer Spine Ardis Inserter, Rx, non-sterile

Reported: January 2, 2013 Initiated: November 12, 2012 #Z-0594-2013

Product Description

Zimmer Spine Ardis Inserter, Rx, non-sterile

Reason for Recall

Zimmer Spine has received reports of the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaking into fragments when too much lateral force is applied to the Ardis Inserter. If the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaks during implantation, surgical delays of up to 60 minutes could occur. Sharp edges of the broken implant may contact and damage adjacent structures, requiring surgical intervention. Observed health risks

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Units Affected
315 (172 in USA)
Distribution
Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) including states of: AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, WI, and WV; and countries of: Australia, El Salvador, France and Singapore.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Zimmer Spine Ardis Inserter, Rx, non-sterile. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 315 (172 in USA).
Why was this product recalled?
Zimmer Spine has received reports of the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaking into fragments when too much lateral force is applied to the Ardis Inserter. If the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaks during implantation, surgical delays of up to 60 minutes could occur. Sharp edges of the broken implant may contact and damage adjacent structures, requiring surgical intervention. Observed health risks
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 2, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0594-2013.