[Recalled] Spine Referencing Instrumentation, Double Spinous Process Clamp, Short When used with a Medtronic StealthStation Navigation System, the Spine Referencing fixation devices are intended to provide rigid attachment between patient
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Spine Referencing Instrumentation, Double Spinous Process Clamp, Short When used with a Medtronic StealthStation Navigation System, the Spine Referencing fixation devices are intended to provide rigid attachment between patient and patient reference frame for the duration of the surgery. The device |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Medtronic Navigation, Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-3142-2017 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 29 June 2017 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Potential for Spinal Clamps to be damaged when opened beyond intended limits, either no opening once attached to a patient's spinous process or leaving a component behind in the patient's body following breakage.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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