Reported Jan 25, 2017 · Terminated

Medacta International SA, M.U.S.T. Rod, REF 03.50.433, Size 5.5mm, Length 480mm, Type Straight, Mat Co-Cr-Mo The rods…

Medacta USA Inc.

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: Medacta Usa Inc · 3973 Delp St · Memphis, TN · 38118-6110

Is this the product you have?

  • Medacta International SA, M.U.S.T. Rod, REF 03.50.433, Size 5.5mm, Length 480mm, Type Straight, Mat Co-Cr-Mo The rods act as a connector between the different pedicle screws to create a stable construct for the stabilization and fusion of the lumbar and thoracic spine
  • Indications for UseThe M.U.S.T. pedicle screw system is intended for posterior non-cervical pedicle fixation (T1-S2/ilium) or anterolateral fixation (T8-L5). The pedicle screws are connected by 5.5mm Titanium alloy or CoCrMo rods to create a stable construct. The construct is secured using a set screw made of CoCrMo
Lot codes and dates
    • Lot #s 125212
    • 144216
    • 148146
Amount recalled
82 units

Where it was sold

Why it was recalled

Damaged packaging, lack of sterility assurance

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Notice updated Nov 15, 2017 · Data as of Sep 19, 6:12 PM UTC

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