
Artelon FlexBand Dynamic Matrix
Artelon FlexBand Dynamic Matrix recalled over failed endotoxin testing.
Stop using the affected Artelon FlexBand Dynamic Matrix devices and contact International Life Sciences for instructions on returning the product and obtaining a replacement or refund.
Why it was recalled
International Life Sciences is recalling Artelon FlexBand Dynamic Matrix augmentation devices because they failed bacterial endotoxin testing, posing a risk of infection or inflammatory response in patients.
Is mine affected?
Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.
| Product | Recall # | UDI-DI |
|---|---|---|
| Artelon FlexBand Dynamic Matrix Ref: 31057 | Z-1554-2026 | 00850003396019 |
| Artelon FLEXBAND TWIST .12 Ref: TW012 3.85x17mm HEX Anchor (Qty 2) 5.0x17mm HEX Anchor (Qty 1) 0.5x12cm FLEXBAND (Qty 1) | Z-1556-2026 | 00850003396248 |
| Artelon FlexBand Plus Ref: 41054 & 41057 | Z-1555-2026 | 00850003396064, 00850003396033 |
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Firm initiated recall
- Publicly announced
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Official source
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-04 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification
