medical Class II Updated 2020-12-23

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls Polaris 5.5 Spinal System and Polaris 5.5/Cypher Spinal Syst

Recalled Product

Polaris 5.5 Spinal System and Polaris 5.5/Cypher Spinal System, Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system

Hazard / Issue

Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device correction to update the Instructions for Use (IFU) and the Surgical Techniques for the Polaris Spinal System Translation Screw and Cypher MIS Screw System. Users should be aware that changes were made to the contraindications section indicating that the Translation Screws should not be used with a direct current stimulation, as a high probability of construct failure exists when using Translation Screws containing CoCr with direct current simulation system.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)

Lot/Code Info: There have been 756 item numbers cleared in the US that are included in the recall scope, as listed on the first tab of the attached ZFA 2020-00333 Affected Product List. To date, there have only been products manufactured for a portion of the affected item numbers. In addition, there are three kit part numbers affected as well. The lot specific information is included on the second tab of the attached ZFA 2020- 0333 Affected Product List.

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