FDA Recall: Anti-Torque, Vector, Part: LS-749 part of Vector Pedicle Screw System
Description
Pedicle screw system intended to provide immobilization/stabilization of spinal segments as adjunct to thoracic/lumbar/sacral spine fusion may have anti-torque instrument with undersized condition which could prevent mating tip from engaging with the pedicle screw tulip and rod during tightening, which may lead to surgical delay, intervention/alternative methods to perform final tightening step.
Hazard
Pedicle screw system intended to provide immobilization/stabilization of spinal segments as adjunct to thoracic/lumbar/sacral spine fusion may have anti-torque instrument with undersized condition which could prevent mating tip from engaging with the pedicle screw tulip and rod during tightening, which may lead to surgical delay, intervention/alternative methods to perform final tightening step.
Remedy
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