The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1748-2021·Announced 2021-06-09

Zavation 10G Beveled Trocar/Cannula recalled for inadequate sterilization

Zavation is recalling 10G Beveled Trocar/Cannula surgical instruments distributed nationwide because they may not have been adequately sterilized. Patients who received these instruments in orthopedic or spinal procedures should consult their healthcare provider.

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: FDA Class II medical device recall for a surgical instrument with a serious potential hazard—inadequate sterilization in a high-risk surgical application (spinal and orthopedic procedures). No illnesses or injuries have been reported. This meets the rubric criterion for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Zavation is recalling its 10G Beveled Trocar/Cannula, a surgical instrument used in orthopedic and spinal procedures. The product was distributed as sterile throughout the United States.

The recall was initiated because these products may not have been adequately sterilized prior to distribution, despite being marketed and distributed as sterile.

Patients who received this instrument in orthopedic or spinal procedures should consult their healthcare provider if they have concerns about potential exposure. Healthcare facilities and surgical centers that received this product should identify affected units in their inventory and follow any guidance issued by the FDA or the manufacturer.

The recalled product

Product
10G BEVELED TROCAR/CANNULA. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.
Manufacturer
Zavation
Hazard
  • inadequate-sterilization
  • infection-risk

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 (1)

  • Pending

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.