[Recalled] Stryker 3.0mm x 3.8mm Precision Neuro Drill Sterile Product Usage: The devices are intended to be used to cut bone and bone related tissue during neurosurgery, including craniotomy and spinal surgery as well as ear, nose and
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Stryker 3.0mm x 3.8mm Precision Neuro Drill Sterile Product Usage: The devices are intended to be used to cut bone and bone related tissue during neurosurgery, including craniotomy and spinal surgery as well as ear, nose and throat (ENT), orthopedic, and general surgical applications including |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1778-2014 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 22 May 2014 |
| EAN / barcode | 13332017 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: There may be missing notches, partial notches or no notches at all in some Cutting Accessories that are used with the Elite" Attachments.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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