Fenestrated Taps 4.5mm, 5.5mm, 6.5mm (Ref#5001-90013, 5001-90014, 5001-90015) Product Usage: The K2M Fenestrated Tap System is intended for use as a standalone biopsy tool to remove a sample of bone tissue from a vertebral body for diagnostic purposes using an aspiration technique, as well as to provide and maintain access to the same surgical site. When used as a cement dispenser, the K2M Fenestrated Tap System is intended to dispense cement cleared to use in the spine into a vertebral body for vertebral body augmentation using a vertebroplasty procedure.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

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    All lots in distribution
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
K2M, Inc
Reason for Recall:
The products are mislabeled.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Fenestrated Taps 4.5mm, 5.5mm, 6.5mm (Ref#5001-90013, 5001-90014, 5001-90015) Product Usage: The K2M Fenestrated Tap System is intended for use as a standalone biopsy tool to remove a sample of bone tissue from a vertebral body for diagnostic purposes using an aspiration technique, as well as to provide and maintain access to the same surgical site. When used as a cement dispenser, the K2M Fenestrated Tap System is intended to dispense cement cleared to use in the spine into a vertebral body for vertebral body augmentation using a vertebroplasty procedure.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

All lots in distribution

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, FL, KY, MI, PA, SC, WV

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-1491-2019

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