The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0591-2018·Announced 2018-02-21

Aesculap Vega Knee Trial Plateau Recalled for Incorrect Labeling

Aesculap is recalling 13 units of the NS357R Vega PS Tibia Trial/Preparation Plateau size T4 due to incorrect labeling. Using the wrong size could lead to implantation errors, ligament injury, pain, or revision surgery.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk medical device where incorrect use could lead to injury or revision surgery, but no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling 13 units of the NS357R Vega PS Tibia Trial/Preparation Plateau size T4. This component is part of the Vega Knee System Set #ST0468, which is used for the reconstruction of the diseased knee joint. The affected parts are located in the Vega Tibia preparation Tray (NS803) within the Vega Instrument Set (ST0468).

The recall was initiated because the product may be incorrectly labeled. If a surgeon uses the incorrectly sized trial, there is a potential risk of implanting the incorrect implant size. This error may lead to injury of ligaments, pain, and the possibility of revision surgery.

The recall covers 13 units distributed nationwide in the USA. Healthcare providers and facilities that have received these specific instruments should stop using the affected trial plateau and contact Aesculap Implant Systems LLC for instructions on how to return or replace the product.

The recalled product

Product
NS357R Vega PS Tibia Trial/Preparation Plateau size T4 (Component of the Vega Knee System Set #ST0468) The affected part is provided in the Vega Knee System Set #ST0468. The Vega Knee System is used for reconstruction of the diseased knee joint.
Affected units
13

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.