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Class II Recall

APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 22mm, HD7, 1/Pkg. Metal bone fixation fastener used with the APTUS fixation system.

Medartis Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 22mm, HD7, 1/Pkg. Metal bone fixation fastener used with by Medartis Inc.. Reason: Screw is 16mm long instead of 22mm long..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1821-2024

Action Date

2024-05-22

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 22mm, HD7, 1/Pkg. Metal bone fixation fastener used with the APTUS fixation system.

Lot/Code Info: Part No. A-5850.22/1; UDI-DI: 76300378022PA; Lot No. 24377397.

Quantity Affected: 110 units

Reason for Recall

Screw is 16mm long instead of 22mm long.

Distribution

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the state of TX and the countries of Australia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Poland, South Africa, & Switzerland.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-04-12

Company

Medartis Inc.

Warsaw, IN

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 191 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Medartis Inc. has 2 FDA actions in our database, including 1 recall and 1 clearance.

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 (Medartis Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Medartis Inc. have FDA actions?

Medartis Inc. has 2 FDA actions in our database, including 1 recall and 1 device clearance.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1821-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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