Medart's APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 22mm is recalled due to being 16mm long instead of 22mm. This could cause improper bone fixation. Affected units include Part No. A-5850.22/1 with specific lot numbers.
Screw is 16mm long instead of 22mm long.
Medart's APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 22mm is recalled because it's 16mm long instead of 22mm. This incorrect length could lead to improper bone fixation during surgery, potentially causing complications.
The screw is 16mm long instead of the required 22mm. This shorter length may not properly secure bone fragments during surgery, increasing the chance of improper healing or complications.
Surgical teams using Medart's APTUS fixation system with the recalled screw. Patients undergoing orthopedic procedures with this specific screw are most at risk.
Check for Part No. A-5850.22/1 on the screw packaging. The UDI-DI code 76300378022PA and Lot No. 24377397 are also associated with this specific recall.
Verify the screw's part number is A-5850.22/1 and check the UDI-DI code 76300378022PA and lot number 24377397.
The screw is 16mm long instead of the required 22mm length, which could lead to improper bone fixation during surgery.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to confirm if it's affected and contact Medart for further guidance.
Look for Part No. A-5850.22/1, UDI-DI code 76300378022PA, and Lot No. 24377397 on the packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medart: APTUS to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1821-2024 — Medart: APTUS Medart: APTUS Hello, I own a Medart: APTUS that is covered by recall Z-1821-2024 from Medart: APTUS. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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