Globus Medical ALTERA Spacer Recall: Stainless Steel Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Globus Medical is recalling specific lots of ALTERA Spacer implants that might contain stainless steel instead of the intended cobalt chromium molybdenum alloy. This could lead to health risks if the implants are used in the body.

Why it’s dangerous

The implants may have been made with stainless steel instead of the specified cobalt chromium molybdenum alloy. This difference in material could cause health issues if the implants are used in the body.

Who’s affected

Patients who received the recalled ALTERA Spacer implants during surgery are likely affected. Those with the specific lot numbers listed in the recall are at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the product label for the lot number or UDI number listed: BAX178LE, BAX178KE, BAX189PE, or BAX348EE. These specific lots are affected by the recall.

Brand
Globus Medical
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the lot number or UDI number on the implant label to determine if it is affected.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific hazard with these implants?

The implants may have been manufactured using stainless steel instead of the specified cobalt chromium molybdenum alloy.

Which lots are affected?

Affected lots include BAX178LE, BAX178KE, BAX189PE, and BAX348EE.

What should I do if I have the recalled implant?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Globus Medical for further instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-2860-2020 — Globus Medical Globus Medical

Hello,

I own a Globus Medical that is covered by recall Z-2860-2020 from Globus Medical.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2860-2020 (July 22, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2860-2020 to see it in context.
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