The device was not available as it remains in the patient.It was reported that the screws backed out past the locking mechanisms at the top level of a 3 level 48mm resonate plate at c4-c7.The original surgery occurred (b)(6) 2024 and the back-out was discovered on the 1 month post-op images (b)(6) 2024.In the immediate post-op image provided by the sales rep, the screws appear to be fully seated.The post-op image provided shows the head of at least one screw being proud of the plate at the top level.It is unclear whether some damage occurred to the plate or sliders inter-operatively or what the cause of the issue could have been.No pain or adverse effect to the patient was reported.There were no plans for a revision at the time the issue was reported.The issue will be re-evaluated at the 3 month follow up.No determinations can be made for the cause of the reported issue.
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