Howmedica Osteonics Corp. (Stryker) is recalling 1,098 units of the MICS3 Angled Sagittal Saw Attachment due to a defect where external screws can loosen during medical procedures. These screws, which secure the cover to the saw housing, may completely detach from the attachment while the device is in use. Patients and medical staff should be aware that this recall affects all lot numbers for part number 210490 distributed between February and March 2026. Hospitals and surgical centers should immediately identify any affected units in their inventory and contact the manufacturer to arrange for the return or correction of the device.
The external screws on the saw housing may loosen and fall off during a surgical procedure, potentially causing the device to fail or dropping metal components into a surgical site.
Recall Number: Z-1572-2026
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