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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

S4 Cervical (S4C) Revision Instruments (FW099R and FW101R). The S4C Revision Instruments assist in the removal of an occipital cervical screw during revision surgery.

Reported: July 11, 2012 Initiated: March 7, 2012 #Z-1934-2012

Product Description

S4 Cervical (S4C) Revision Instruments (FW099R and FW101R). The S4C Revision Instruments assist in the removal of an occipital cervical screw during revision surgery.

Reason for Recall

Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC has initiated a voluntary removal of the S4 Cervical (S4C) Occiput Revision Instrument that is part of the S4C Occipital Instrument Set. The instruments may not thread into the screw properly during a revision surgery due to tolerance issues between the two instruments.

Details

Units Affected
15
Distribution
Nationwide distribution, including the states of CA, CO, IL, LA, NV, OH, and TX .
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
S4 Cervical (S4C) Revision Instruments (FW099R and FW101R). The S4C Revision Instruments assist in the removal of an occipital cervical screw during revision surgery.. Recalled by Aesculap Implant Systems LLC. Units affected: 15.
Why was this product recalled?
Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC has initiated a voluntary removal of the S4 Cervical (S4C) Occiput Revision Instrument that is part of the S4C Occipital Instrument Set. The instruments may not thread into the screw properly during a revision surgery due to tolerance issues between the two instruments.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 11, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1934-2012.