Integra recalls cranial drills over defect linked to 10 injuries

Integra recalls cranial drills over defect linked to 10 injuries

The defect has resulted in problems including a procedural delay, difficulty removing device fragments and bleeding, the FDA said.

Cranial Drills Recalled After Welding Defect Linked to 10 Injuries

In some cases the device became lodged in a patient’s skull during use.

FDA: Cranial Drill Recall - TechNation

Integra LifeSciences has issued a recall for the Codman disposable perforators due to risk of device disassembly. This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.

FDA: Cranial Drill Recall

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