Model Number 482804745 |
Device Problem
Material Separation (1562)
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Patient Problem
Unspecified Infection (1930)
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Event Date 04/04/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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A company representative reported that a patient implanted with es2 pedicle screws for a one level lumbar fusion presented with a surgical infection approximately one-month post-operatively.During removal of the implanted hardware it was discovered that tulip of an es2 long blade cannulated screw had disengaged.The tulip of the screw was explanted but the shaft of the screw was unable to be removed and was left in the pedicle.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H6 codes have been updated to reflect receipt of the device and conclusion of the investigation.
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Event Description
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A company representative reported that a patient implanted with es2 pedicle screws for a one level lumbar fusion presented with a surgical infection approximately one-month post-operatively.During removal of the implanted hardware it was discovered that tulip of an es2 long blade cannulated screw had disengaged.The tulip of the screw was explanted but the shaft of the screw was unable to be removed and was left in the pedicle.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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