The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0336-2018·Announced 2018-01-24

Spineart Recalls Tryptik 2 C-Plate Screws Due to Labeling Error

Spineart SA is recalling 54 units of Tryptik 2 C-Plate self-tapping screws because the product labeling incorrectly displays a sketch of a self-drilling screw.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is for a labeling error (incorrect sketch) with no reported injuries, illnesses, or deaths, fitting the criteria for cosmetic or documentation issues.

Plain-English summary

Spineart SA is recalling 54 units of Tryptik 2 C-Plate Self Tapping Polyaxial Screws (4.0 mm, 12 mm length, Ref TRY-PS-40 12-S). The recall is limited to Lot 3-5934. The product is intended for temporary stabilization of the cervical spine (C2-C7) during spinal fusion.

The recall was initiated because the product labeling for the self-tapping screw incorrectly contains a sketch or drawing of a self-drilling screw. This labeling discrepancy could potentially cause confusion regarding the specific type of screw being used.

The affected units were distributed in the United States to the state of California. No specific patient names or facility names are provided in the source text. Healthcare providers and patients should verify the lot number and product reference number against the recall details to determine if they are affected.

The recalled product

Product
TRYPTIK(R) 2 C-PLATE SELF-TAPPING POLYAXIAL SCREW 4.0 MM, LENGTH 12 MM, REF TRY-PS-40 12-S, Qty 2 TRYPTIK(R) 2C-Plate Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended to be used for temporary stabilization of the cervical spine (C2-C7) during the development of solid spinal fusion
Manufacturer
SPINEART SA
Affected units
54

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • batch: 3-8869
  • 3-5933

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 7 recalled by SPINEART SA under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 7 products in this recall →