FDA-Device2013-09-25Class II
T8 REMOVAL HEAD, REF 8910641, QTY: 1 EA, Product Usage: The non-sterile T8 Removal Diriver is used with the Spire and Spire Z Spinal System in conjunction with the set screwdriver to remove the implant during removal surgery. The set screw driver is attached to the end of the removal head and used to disengage the remaining portion of the set screw within the device.
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Hazard
One lot of the T8 Removal Head had incorrect hardness specification, which could result in the T8 Removal head failing during removal of the CD Horizon Spire and Spire Z Spinal System implant. There is a potential for tissue damage to occur and/or minor surgical delay to remove the remaining fragments of the tip.
Sold states
USA Nationwide Distribution in the state of GA, AK, WA, and CA.
Affected count
9 units
Manufactured in
1800 Pyramid Place, N/A, Memphis, TN, United States
Products
T8 REMOVAL HEAD, REF 8910641, QTY: 1 EA, Product Usage: The non-sterile T8 Removal Diriver is used with the Spire and Spire Z Spinal System in conjunction with the set screwdriver to remove the implant during removal surgery. The set screw driver is attached to the end of the removal head and used to disengage the remaining portion of the set screw within the device.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2200-2013Don't want to check this manually?
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