Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Composite Series Skull Clamp Recalled by Integra LifeSciences Corp. Due to An investigation of an adverse trend of complaints...

Date: August 29, 2013
Company: Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Integra LifeSciences Corp. directly.

Affected Products

Composite Series Skull Clamp, one clamp per tote. The MAYFIELD¿ Skull Clamp (A3059) is a cranial stabilization device, designed to provide rigid skeletal fixation. The Skull Clamp is placed on the patient's skull to hold their head and neck securely in a particular position when rigid fixation is desired. The clamp is indicated for use in open and percutaneous craniotomies as well as spinal surgery when rigid skeletal fixation is necessary

Quantity: 37 units

Why Was This Recalled?

An investigation of an adverse trend of complaints for the Skull Clamp index locking knob not easily unlocking or disengaging and malfunctions of the 80 lbs. torque knob was initiated. None of the complaints resulted in a report of patient injury, adverse health consequence, or a delay / prolongation of the surgical procedure.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 14 states: AL, AR, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IA, MS, NY, OH, SC, TN, TX

Affected (14 states)Not affected

About Integra LifeSciences Corp.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report