The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1156-2020·Announced 2020-02-19

Medicrea TLIF-B Holder Recalled Due to Potential Rod Separation

Medicrea International is recalling 14 units of TLIF-B Holders because the inner draw rod may separate from the knob.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this as a Class II recall involving a structural defect in a medical device, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Medicrea International is recalling 14 units of the TLIF-B Holder, short, intended for intervertebral body fusion devices (Catalog Number A24200010). The affected units are identified by Lot Numbers l9B0570 and 19B0572.

The recall is being issued because the inner draw rod, which threads into the cage, may potentially be separated from the proximal knob of the inserter. This defect could compromise the integrity of the device during use.

The recalled products were distributed in Ohio and Virginia. Healthcare providers and facilities that have received these specific units should stop using them and contact the manufacturer for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Medicrea TLIF-B Holder, short intended for Intervertebral body fusion device Catalog: Number A24200010
Affected units
14

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)

  • Lot Numbers l9B0570
  • 19B0572

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: