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Universal Notch Preparation Guide, Size #3; Non Sterile; Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430;

FDA device recall Z-1690-2008 · posted 2008-09-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Reason for recall
Discovery of the potential for Pin and Punch interference of the Size 3 Scorpio Notch Preparation Guide that may result in damage to bone if a user aggressively attempts to seat an obstructed punch.
Action taken
Urgent Product Correction notification letters were sent via Federal Express, return receipt to all users on March 18, 2008. Questions should be directed to Rita Intorella, Divisional Regulatory Reporting at (201) 831-5825.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
LXH
Quantity affected
739 units in US; 1213 units internationally
Distribution
Products were distributed worldwide.
Date initiated
2008-03-18
Date posted
2008-09-20
Date terminated
2010-10-25
Location
Mahwah, NJ

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