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Class II Recall

Description/Part: Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 5/SM-5; Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 6/SM-6; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 4/MD-4;

NuVasive Inc

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Description/Part: Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 5/SM-5; Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 6 by NuVasive Inc. Reason: Cervical artificial disc Unique Device Identifier (UDI) barcodes contain the incorrect Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) on the Patient Label when scann.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1453-2022

Action Date

2022-08-03

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Description/Part: Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 5/SM-5; Simplify Disc Size 1, Ht 6/SM-6; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 4/MD-4; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 5/MD-5; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 5, 5/MD-5L; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 6/MD-6; Simplify Disc Size 2, Ht 6, 5/MD-6L; Simplify Disc Size 3, Ht 5/LG-5; Simplify Disc Size 3, Ht 5, 5/LG-5L; Simplify Disc Size 3, Ht 6/LG-6; Simplify Disc Size 3, Ht 6, 5/LG-6L

Lot/Code Info: Part/Correct GTIN (DI)/Lot: SM-5/843285100023/W79256, W82070, W80144; SM-6/843285100047/W80703, W81624, W80701, W81132, W81133, W81633, W81625, W81611, W81828, W81971, W82544, W82543, W81034, W81975, W81580, W81612, W81621, W81131, W81613, W80909, W81623, W81634, W79466, W81033, W81134, W81600, W79259; MD-5/843285100061/W81136, W81135, W80704, W80700; MD-5L/843285100078/W80707, W80706; MD-6/843285100085/W80911, W81642, W81643, W82545, W82546; MD-6L/843285100092/W81822; LG-5/843285100108/W81138, W81141, W79465, W81994, W81142, W81626, W81143, W79257; LG-5L/843285100115/W79258, W80146, W80915, W82548; LG-6/843285100122/W82547; LG-6L/843285100139/W81827

Quantity Affected: 1,963

Reason for Recall

Cervical artificial disc Unique Device Identifier (UDI) barcodes contain the incorrect Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) on the Patient Label when scanned and may also contain the incorrect GTIN human readable text, which could lead to selecting an incorrectly sized unit.

Distribution

US: CA, WA, TX, IN, MO, MI, FL, VA, OR. OUS: DE, NZ, SG, UK

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-06-20

Company

NuVasive Inc

San Diego, CA

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 163 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

NuVasive Inc has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 3 recalls and 3 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (NuVasive Inc) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does NuVasive Inc have FDA actions?

NuVasive Inc has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 3 recalls and 3 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1453-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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