Medtronic recalls cervical disc surgery instruments with drill guides that may break during use, causing potential complications. Affected models include REF 6975205, 6975206, and 6975207 with specific lot numbers.
The firm received complaints of drill bits breaking during use with the Prestige LP(TM) Cervical Disc System. Subsequent investigation demonstrated the interaction of the drill guide and the drill bit may lead to drill bit breakage.
Medtronic is recalling cervical disc surgery instruments with drill guides that can break during use. This breakage risk could lead to complications during spinal surgery procedures.
Drill guides in the recalled instruments can interact with drill bits, causing them to break during surgery. This breakage may lead to complications such as tissue damage or bleeding during spinal procedures.
Surgical teams using the Medtronic Prestige LP Cervical Disc System with specific drill guides (REF 6975205, 6975206, 6975207) are most at risk. Patients undergoing spinal surgery with these instruments may face complications.
Check for the drill guide model numbers REF 6975205 (5mm), REF 6975206 (6mm), or REF 6975207 (7mm). The lot numbers include ID17K018, ID17J009, and ID17K007, ID17L035.
Identify the drill guide model number (REF 6975205, 6975206, or 6975207) and lot number from the product packaging.
Reach out to Medtronic customer support for guidance on whether your instruments are affected and next steps.
Medtronic received complaints that drill bits broke during use with the Prestige LP Cervical Disc System. Investigation found the drill guide and drill bit interaction could cause breakage.
Drill guides with model numbers REF 6975205 (5mm), REF 6975206 (6mm), and REF 6975207 (7mm) are affected.
Check the product packaging for the model number (REF 6975205, 6975206, or 6975207) and lot number (ID17K018, ID17J009, ID17K007, or ID17L035).
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Subject: Recall Z-1641-2018 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1641-2018 from Medtronic. 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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