FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#131421

Product

Ascension Orthopedics PyroSphere CMC & PyroSphere TMT, intended to replace the joint between the first metacarpal and the trapezium and 4th/5th tarsometatarsal where degenerative of post-traumatic arthritis presents. Size 10; Catalogue No. PCS-430-10-WW

FDA product code
KWDProsthesis, Toe, Hemi-, Phalangeal
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K060560
Affected lot / code info
Lot numbers: 140098T and 140929T

Why it was recalled

Integra LifeSciences has determined that a portion of some specific lots of size 10 PyroSphere CMC and PyroSphere TMT devices are non-radiopaque.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Nonconforming Material/Component

Action the firm took

The firm sent out written notification of the recall on 11/6/14. The letter instructed the consignees to quarantine and return any affected product.

Recalling firm

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

Distribution

Distribution pattern
WA, Australia, and France

Timeline

Recall initiated
2014-11-06
Posted by FDA
2014-12-16
Terminated
2015-08-21
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #131421. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.