Altius M-INI OCT Posterior Spinal Fixation System, Model Number 1200-9216 The AltiusTM OCT and AltiusTM M-INITM OCT Systems when intended to promote fusion of the cervical spine and occipitocervico-thoracic junction (Occiput-T3), these systems are indicated for: DDD (neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; spinal stenosis; fracture/dislocation; atlantoaxial fracture with instability; occipitocervical dislocation; revision of previous cervical spine surgery; and tumors. The occipital bone screws are limited to occipital fixation only
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Zimmer Biomet Spine, Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- Zimmer Biomet is recalling the Altius M-INI OCT Posterior Spinal Fixation System because the driver is unable to mate with the screw head tulip.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Altius M-INI OCT Posterior Spinal Fixation System, Model Number 1200-9216 The AltiusTM OCT and AltiusTM M-INITM OCT Systems when intended to promote fusion of the cervical spine and occipitocervico-thoracic junction (Occiput-T3), these systems are indicated for: DDD (neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; spinal stenosis; fracture/dislocation; atlantoaxial fracture with instability; occipitocervical dislocation; revision of previous cervical spine surgery; and tumors. The occipital bone screws are limited to occipital fixation only
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
505951,M16562R01,505951,510710,510981,514814,533566,536398,543663,546565,546566,549528,565465,565464,567525,
Official Source
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View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1691-2017
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