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Z-0652-2009

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

Stryker Corp. / initiated 2008-10-01 / Terminated / root cause: manufacturing process

Stryker Endoscopy began a recall of Stryker Endoscopy FloControl Arthroscopy Pump Integrated Tubing, Model number 0350600006, for use with the FloControl Arthroscopy Pump on . The reason FDA records is "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". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0652-2009
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Stryker Corp.
Product
Stryker Endoscopy FloControl Arthroscopy Pump Integrated Tubing, Model number 0350600006, for use with the FloControl Arthroscopy Pump.
Product code
HRX Arthroscope
Reason for recall
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.
Root cause tag
manufacturing process
FDA root cause
Process control
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.
Quantity in commerce
1440 devices
Distribution
Nationwide.
Product codes and lots
Lot number: 08E0451