Recall Z-0424-2016— Aesculap, Inc.

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Aesculap, Inc., initiated 2015-11-10, terminated 2016-09-08. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Flexible Drill; SJ723R; NON STERILE; B Braun Aesculap; Aesculap AG These instruments are intended for use during the implantations of the A-Space SIBD and Arcadius XP L systems.. Reason: The flexible shaft of the instruments may break during orthopedic spinal surgery. There is a risk of a delay in surgery or that a fragment from the shaft could be left in a patient..

Recalling firm
Aesculap, Inc.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2015-11-10
Terminated
2016-09-08
Firm location
Center Valley, PA, United States

Product description

Flexible Drill; SJ723R; NON STERILE; B Braun Aesculap; Aesculap AG These instruments are intended for use during the implantations of the A-Space SIBD and Arcadius XP L systems.

Reason for recall

The flexible shaft of the instruments may break during orthopedic spinal surgery. There is a risk of a delay in surgery or that a fragment from the shaft could be left in a patient.

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