Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation recalls 180-Gram Cement Cartridge with Breakaway Femoral Nozzle, Product Number: 0206-530-000, UDI: (01)4546540857880 for ortho…

Recall date

November 9, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1244-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation

Sold / distributed

Distributed in all 50 U.S. States and the District of Columbia. Distributed in Australia, Argentina, Japan, Canada, Chile, Korea, Spain, France, Italy, Netherlands, and United Kingdom.

Why it was recalled

Lack of sterility assurance as bioburden levels were found to be higher than internal acceptable rates.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

180-Gram Cement Cartridge with Breakaway Femoral Nozzle, Product Number: 0206-530-000, UDI: (01)4546540857880 for orthopedic use.