ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0036-2010 ยท LRP Tray, Surgical

Alphatec Spine, Inc.

ROC Lumbar bolt caddy, Part Number: 81997-01-05. Sterilization container for ROC bolts/screws. Product is used to contain spinal implants.

DateOct 8, 2009 (initiated Dec 16, 2008)
StatusTerminated
ReasonAlphatec discovered that the lot of bolt caddies had the incorrect bolt length laser etched on one side of the caddy. The actual ROC bolts themselves are correctly laser etched.
Root causeEmployee error
ActionAlphatec contacted consignees via phone on December 16, 2008 and informed consignees that they will arrange to have Federal Express contact them for pick-up. Consignees were asked to check their inventory to see where this product is located, and ensure that it is put on hold for return; and what days and hours they are in the office, (Confirm address: attach copy of the pick-up request form.) If they have any follow up questions, they were told to call 1-800-922-1356.
Quantity7 Screws
DistributionNationwide Distribution -- Including states of TX, FL, & NJ.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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