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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

AESCULAP S4 Cervical Cross Connector L24mm, S4C CROSS CONNECTOR FIXED 24MM, product code SWT113T. Used in spinal fusion surgery.

Reported: July 27, 2022 Initiated: September 8, 2020 #Z-1444-2022

Product Description

AESCULAP S4 Cervical Cross Connector L24mm, S4C CROSS CONNECTOR FIXED 24MM, product code SWT113T. Used in spinal fusion surgery.

Reason for Recall

Insufficient clamping force of the cross connectors in the spinal surgical system which may lead to movement of the connectors on the rods and/or microparticle abrasion.

Details

Units Affected
24
Distribution
United States Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CO, IL, IN, MI, NC, NV, OH, PA, SC, TX & WY.
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
AESCULAP S4 Cervical Cross Connector L24mm, S4C CROSS CONNECTOR FIXED 24MM, product code SWT113T. Used in spinal fusion surgery.. Recalled by Aesculap Implant Systems LLC. Units affected: 24.
Why was this product recalled?
Insufficient clamping force of the cross connectors in the spinal surgical system which may lead to movement of the connectors on the rods and/or microparticle abrasion.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 27, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1444-2022.