CALAXO Screw Injury

Smith and Nephew, Inc. have recalled their CALAXO bone screws due to complications being reported by patients. The screws are used during surgery to repair torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments (ACL). The ACL is the ligament that runs from the shinbone to the knee joint and thighbone and controls the front-to-back motion of the leg, preventing it from hyper extending. The tearing of the ACL most frequently occurs in athletes who play sports where there are a lot of quick, strong movements- basketball, soccer, hockey, lacrosse, football, etc.

This injury requires surgery where a replacement ligament is attached to the bone with a number of screws. This procedure was usually done with metal screws, but following Smith and Nephew’s release of the bioabsorbable CALAXO screws, the bioabsorbable screws soon became the preferred method. The bioabsorbable screws were designed to be absorbed by the body and not require any further surgery to remove the screws. However, there have been a number of reported complications with the screws including redness, swelling and infections where the screws were inserted. There have also been reports of the screws falling apart inside the leg requiring further surgery to remove the pieces of the screw.

If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered an injury or sufered due to complications due to the use of Calaxo bone screws, you may want to speak with an attorney regarding a potential lawsuit. Please CLICK HERE to fill out a confidential intake for your free case evaluation.