FDA Device recall Z-0623-2016
Cavity 8 Gauge Spine Wand indicated for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissues and hemostasis of blood vessels in spinal proc…
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2016-01-20
On 2016-01-20 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Cavity 8 Gauge Spine Wand indicated for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissues and hemostasis of blood vessels in spinal proc… by Arthrocare, citing there is cracking in the tray when the device is snapped into place. The crack is through the full thickness of the tray, compromising the sterile barrier.
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-0623-2016 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2015-10-26 |
| Published | 2016-01-20 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC |
| Company | Arthrocare |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Cavity 8 Gauge Spine Wand indicated for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissues and hemostasis of blood vessels in spinal procedures.
Reason
There is cracking in the tray when the device is snapped into place. The crack is through the full thickness of the tray, compromising the sterile barrier.
Identifiers
| code_info | Lot Numbers: 1024313, 1024482, 1027160, 1034306, 1041879, 1059328 |
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Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0623-2016%22
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