FDA Recall Terminated

Stryker Endoscopy FloControl Arthroscopy Pump Integrated Tubing, Model number 0350600006, for use with the FloControl Arthroscopy Pump.

Recall: Z-0652-2009 · Initiated October 1, 2008

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0652-2009
Event Number
50141
Firm
Stryker Endoscopy
FEI Number
2936485
Product Code
HRX
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
October 1, 2008
Posted
January 21, 2009
Terminated
December 16, 2010
Address
5900 Optical Ct, San Jose, CA, 95138-1400

Description

Stryker Endoscopy FloControl Arthroscopy Pump Integrated Tubing, Model number 0350600006, for use with the FloControl Arthroscopy Pump.

Reason

Unable to pump fluids. Silicone tubing is stiffer than usual, resulting in motor defect message, leading to inability to pump saline through tubes for surgery.

Action

Stryker Endoscopy initiated the recall 10/01/2008. Information gathered and recall packets sent via FedEx to all affected accounts. Packets included advisory notices and acknowledgement card, as well as shipping labels to return product. Each account was instructed to locate and quarantine product for return to Stryker endoscopy. Sales representatives received a voicemail/email notification that included a list of all affected accounts.

Distribution

Nationwide.

Quantity

1440 devices