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Stylus Brand Angled Knives - 52-2912, Slit Knife, parallel sides, bevel up, angled, full handle, 3.0mm 52-3212, Slit Kni

FDA device recall Z-0950-04 · posted 2004-07-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Surgical Specialties Puerto Rico, Inc.
Reason for recall
Incorrect placement of the blade in the foam of product results in blade poking through packaging. Compromised sterility and injury to healthcare worker.
Action taken
Customers were notified by e-mail and fax of the recall during the period of March 3, 2004 to April 1, 2004. Customers were requested to return the product to Surgical Specialties Corporation, Reading, PA 19606.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
HNN
Distribution
Distribution was nationwide and internationally
Date initiated
2004-03-03
Date posted
2004-07-20
Date terminated
2004-09-10
Location
Rincon, PR

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