BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    Stryker brand Arthroscope and Hardware Set Tray (sterilization tray); Model/Part Number: 233-032-116; Product is manufactured and distributed by Stryker Endoscopy, San Jose, CA The Arthroscope and Hardware Set Tray is used to hold and protect surgical devices during the sterilization process. Specifically this tray is used for arthroscopes and arthroscopic hardware devices. The tray consists of an interlocking tray and lid which are perforated to allow for the passage of sterilizing agent from outside the tray to the inside of the tray where the devices are held.

    Recall: Z-1961-2012 · Initiated June 19, 2012

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-1961-2012
    Event Number
    62346
    Firm
    Stryker Endoscopy
    FEI Number
    2936485
    Product Code
    GEI
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Process control
    Initiated
    June 19, 2012
    Posted
    July 9, 2012
    Terminated
    October 23, 2012
    Address
    5900 Optical Ct, San Jose, CA, 95138-1400

    Description

    Stryker brand Arthroscope and Hardware Set Tray (sterilization tray); Model/Part Number: 233-032-116; Product is manufactured and distributed by Stryker Endoscopy, San Jose, CA The Arthroscope and Hardware Set Tray is used to hold and protect surgical devices during the sterilization process. Specifically this tray is used for arthroscopes and arthroscopic hardware devices. The tray consists of an interlocking tray and lid which are perforated to allow for the passage of sterilizing agent from outside the tray to the inside of the tray where the devices are held.

    Reason

    The gravity steam, Ethylene Oxide (EO) and STERRAD 100S sterilization methods are being removed from the "Instructions for Use"; due to the firm's evaluation that identified original validation was not done at worst case conditions.

    Action

    Stryker Endoscopy sent a Urgent Device Correction letter dated June 19, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to: 1. Discard any old Instructions for Use for your Arthroscope and Hardware Set Tray. 2. Download the new IFU from the URL link: http://stryker.com/arthrotray . Complete and sign the enclosed acknowledgement of receipt form and fax to (408) 754-8378 or scan in and email to [email protected].* It is important to send the self addressed confirmation form back to Stryker. Stryker is committed to delivering the highest quality products to its customers. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause. If you have any questions regarding this letter please contact us at 1-800-624-4422 or via email at [email protected]. .

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide)

    Quantity

    6388 units