FDA (Devices) recall action 87887
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There is a potential for the screw blocking mechanism on the anterior cervical plate system to disassociate intraoperatively/postoperatively or unlock postoperatively.
The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.
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Alphatec Spine is recalling the Insignia Anterior Cervical Plate System due to a potential defect in the screw blocking mechanism that could disassociate or unlock during or after surgery.
Alphatec Spine recalled the Atec Insignia Anterior Cervical Plate System due to potential failure of the screw blocking mechanism, which could disassociate during or after surgery.
Alphatec Spine is recalling Insignia Anterior Cervical Plate Systems due to a potential defect where the screw blocking mechanism may disassociate intraoperatively or unlock postoperatively. No patient injuries have been reported.
Alphatec Spine is recalling the Atec Insignia Anterior Cervical Plate System because the screw blocking mechanism may disassociate or unlock during or after spine surgery, potentially compromising implant stability.