Medartis APTUS Cannulated Compression Screws
Medartis is recalling APTUS cannulated compression screws due to a manufacturing defect where the cannulation is not centered.
Healthcare providers should immediately identify and quarantine all affected inventory and contact the manufacturer for return instructions.
Why it was recalled
Medartis is recalling specific lots of APTUS 5.0 headedCCS Long Thread cannulated compression screws used for bone fixation. The recall was initiated because the cannulation of the screw is not centered, which may affect the performance of the device during surgical procedures.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers the product below. If you have it, yours is affected.
Medartis APTUS, 5.0 headedCCS Long Thread 50/20mm, REF A-8216.50/1, 1/Pkg; Cannulated Compression Screws for bone fixation
Official source
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