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STRYKER WEDGE INTERFERENCE SCREW SYSTEM, ACL Interface… recallZ-0837-2018 · Stryker Corporation · initiated Nov 17, 2017

Terminated

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Stryker Corporation or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Routine bioburden testing of certain lots were found to have levels higher than internal acceptable rates.

FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm

What the company is doing

On about 11/17/2017 letters were sent by certified mail with tracking information to all domestic accounts and International Stryker sites were notified by email. Instructions include to inform individuals who need to be aware of the device recall, examine all stock areas and/or operating room storage for affected product quarantine and discontinue use of the recalled devices, complete the acknowledgement form, and if affected product is found contact Stryker customer service at 1-800-624-4422 (Option 3) or email [email protected] to arrange for product return.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0837-2018
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Nov 17, 2017
Recalling firm
Stryker Corporation
Quantity
60,753 units total
Product code
HWC
FDA submissions
K972233
Distribution
Distributed domestically to . Distributed internationally to Australia and Mexico.

Product description

STRYKER WEDGE INTERFERENCE SCREW SYSTEM, ACL Interface Screw, 9MM X 25MM, Model 0234010056, labeled sterile.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Model 0234010056, UDI 04546540754561, Lot No. 17278AG2

Devices named in this recall

1 device in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K972233 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 78668).

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