FDA (Devices) recall action 82201
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the anti-toggle ring of the hex driver may separate from the driver shaft. If this occurs during surgery, the anti-toggle ring can be pressed into the pedicle screw head and cause separation of the screw from the housing upon tightening. if the anti-toggle ring remains in the pedicle crew head and can interfere with final tightening of the pedicle screw construct. this can lead to failure of the set crew and relies of the rod from the construct.
The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.
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CTL Medical is recalling 133 Hex Driver MIS units because the anti-toggle ring may separate during surgery, potentially causing pedicle screw construct failure.
CTL Medical is recalling 133 Hex Drivers because the anti-toggle ring may separate during surgery, potentially causing pedicle screw construct failure.