The plastic core of the Decorticating Planer was found to be missing, which could result in scoring of the bone screw neck if used at or beyond a 23 degree angle.
The plastic core of the Decorticating Planer was found to be missing, which could result in scoring of the bone screw neck if used at or beyond a 23 degree angle.
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Subject: Recall Z-3127-2017 — Orthofix, Inc Orthofix, Inc recalls Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Decorticating Planer, Catal Hello, I own a Orthofix, Inc recalls Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Decorticating Planer, Catalog #36-1334, non-sterile, Rx. .A Decorticating Planer is that is covered by recall Z-3127-2017 from Orthofix, Inc. 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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