FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#131021

Product

Integra Titan Reverse Shoulder System right and left head cutting templates, 142.5 degrees. The Reverse Shoulder System Cutting Template, 142.5 degrees is an accessory for use with the Integra Titan Reverse Shoulder System. It is used to project the osteotomy angle on the humeral head.

FDA product code
KWSProsthesis, Shoulder, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer Cemented
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K100448
Affected lot / code info
Lot Numbers PM0278 and PM0277

Why it was recalled

A single lot of left and a single lot of right Reverse Shoulder System cutting templates were manufactured incorrectly. Specifically, the threaded handle has been welded backwards on the template resulting in the cutting angle being the reverse of what it should be.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Nonconforming Material/Component

Action the firm took

The recalling firm will notify their consignees via letter delivered by traceable courier service. The consignee will be asked to complete and return a form to the recalling firm stating if they have affected product or not.

Recalling firm

Firm
Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Address
311 Enterprise Dr, Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536-3344

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide Distribution including the states of TX, CA, OH, MS, VA, IL, TN, GA, CA, FL, and AZ.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2014-10-24
Posted by FDA
2014-11-08
Terminated
2015-07-21
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #131021. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.