Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

KYPHON(R) Directional Bone Filler Device Recalled by Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc Due to The directional arrow at the proximal end of...

Date: May 17, 2017
Company: Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc directly.

Affected Products

KYPHON(R) Directional Bone Filler Device, Size: 3, REF F04C, Rx Only, STERILE R.

Quantity: 17657 units

Why Was This Recalled?

The directional arrow at the proximal end of the instrument may not correctly align with the cutout opening on the distal end of the instrument. Using affected bone void filler may result in the injected cement being placed in a direction unintended by the surgeon.

Where Was This Sold?

worldwide

About Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc

Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc has 81 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report