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Stryker brand Neptune waste management system; model 711-27-1.

FDA device recall Z-0524-03 · posted 2003-02-01 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Instruments, Instruments Div.
Reason for recall
Cap may be cracked and fail, exposing O.R. staff to patient blood, and cause an unexpected loud noise in the O.R.
Action taken
Each account was contacted by phone, beginning on December 3, 2002 and advised to refrain from using the units until repairs could be performed. A recall notification letter dated December 6, 2002 was sent to each account informing them of the recall and of plans for repairs.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
FYD
Quantity affected
370
Distribution
United States
Date initiated
2002-12-03
Date posted
2003-02-01
Date terminated
2003-07-07
Location
Kalamazoo, MI

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