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ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2912-2017·Announced 2017-08-16

Valorem Surgical Recalls Pallas M Pedicle Screws for Quality Issues

Valorem Surgical LLC is recalling 2,225 Pallas M/MAXIMIS Poly Screws because they are not consistent with FDA Quality System Requirements.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text cites non-compliance with Quality System Requirements without reporting specific injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Valorem Surgical LLC is recalling 2,225 units of Pallas M/MAXIMIS Poly Screws (5.5 x 50mm and 5.5 x 5.0 mm). These devices are part of the MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System and are intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine. The products were distributed nationwide in the United States, including California and Virginia.

The recall was initiated because the devices are not consistent with Quality System Requirements. The specific catalog number is P755-050, and the known lot number is WNV110513, though some units may have unknown lot numbers. The product was labeled as the Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015.

Healthcare providers and patients who have received these specific screws should contact Valorem Surgical LLC for further instructions on how to proceed with the recall.

The recalled product

Product
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Poly Screw 5.5 x 50mm and 5.5 x 5.0 mm screw. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervica
Manufacturer
Valorem Surgical LLC
Category
Medical Device — Orthopedic Implant
Hazard
Affected units
2,225

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)

  • Catalog No. P755-050
  • Known Lot No. WNV110513 and Unknown

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 144 recalled by Valorem Surgical LLC 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.

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