K2M recalls Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader systems due to risk of spreader tip breaking during spinal surgery procedures. Affected units have specific catalog numbers and lot codes.
The Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader was manufactured as two pieces welded together which has been associated with the spreader tip breaking off during the procedure.
K2M is recalling certain Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader spinal implants because the spreader tip can break during surgery. This poses a risk of complications during spinal procedures.
The spreader tip can break during spinal surgery procedures, potentially causing complications. This occurs because the two-piece design is welded together and may fail under surgical stress.
Surgical teams using the recalled Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader systems for spinal procedures are affected. Patients undergoing spinal surgery with these implants may be at risk.
Check for catalog number 5203-90139 and lot code FKXH on the product. The product is a stainless steel, non-sterile spinal implant used to simulate cage height and expand disc space.
Look for catalog number 5203-90139 and lot code FKXH on the product label.
The Aleutian Anatomically Narrow Lordotic Spreader was manufactured as two pieces welded together which has been associated with the spreader tip breaking off during the procedure.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check with K2M directly for guidance.
The recall indicates a risk of spreader tip breaking during surgery, so it is not safe to use without checking with K2M.
We’ve drafted a message you can send K2M to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2019-2020 — K2M K2M Hello, I own a K2M that is covered by recall Z-2019-2020 from K2M. 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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