Mercury Spinal System DIA 5.5 x 40mm Straight Rod, Part Number: 60101-040. Intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of the spine in skeletally mature patients.

Class I - Dangerous

🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: April 17, 2009 Spinal Elements Other Medical Devices

What Should You Do?

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Lot Number: 080593
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Recall Details

Company:: Spinal Elements, Inc
Reason for Recall:: Spinal Elements has initiated a recall for the Mercury Spinal System due to a raw material issue.
Classification:: Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Status:: terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Mercury Spinal System DIA 5.5 x 40mm Straight Rod, Part Number: 60101-040. Intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of the spine in skeletally mature patients.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Number: 080593

Distribution:

Distributed in: OH, PA

Official Source

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View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1257-2013

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