The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2456-2023·Announced 2023-08-30

Intervertebral fusion device recalled for packaging non-conformity issue

Medicrea International is recalling 4,489 IMPIX MANTA intervertebral fusion devices due to potential pinholes in product packaging that could compromise device sterility.

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 recall of a sterile medical implant device where packaging integrity is essential. A pinhole in device packaging represents a risk-of-harm scenario due to potential contamination exposure, though no illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Medicrea International is recalling 4,489 units of IMPIX MANTA intervertebral fusion devices for lumbar spine use. The recall was initiated due to a potential packaging non-conformity issue that presents as a pinhole in either the inner or outer pouch of the product packaging.

The affected devices were distributed throughout the United States. A pinhole in the packaging could potentially compromise the sterility of the device, which is critical for safe use of an implant.

No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Patients who have received an IMPIX MANTA device should consult with their healthcare provider if they have concerns.

The recalled product

Product
IMPIX MANTA, REF numbers: a) A20150407, b) A20250407, c) A20350567, d) B20181743, e) B20181753, f) B20181763, g) B20181773, h) B20181943, i) B20181953, j) B20181963, k) B20181973, l) B20182253, m) B20182263; intervertebral fusion device - lumbar
Manufacturer
Medicrea International
Hazard
  • packaging-defect
  • contamination-risk
  • sterility-compromise

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 (20)

  • a) A20150407
  • GTIN 03613720236016
  • Lot Numbers: 18F0803
  • 18J0713
  • 18J0714
  • 19A0225
  • 19A0786
  • 19A0787
  • 19D0381
  • 19D0382
  • 19J0594
  • 20A0280
  • 20H0285
  • 20I0475
  • 20K0424
  • 21D0442
  • 21I0596
  • 22E0637
  • b) A20250407
  • GTIN 03613720236078

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.