Stryker recalls BARD Dynamic XT Steerable catheters with incomplete sterile seals that could lead to infections during medical procedures. Affected units have specific product numbers and lot codes.
Incomplete seals on sterile product
Stryker is recalling BARD Dynamic XT Steerable catheters that may have incomplete sterile seals. This could lead to infections during medical procedures if the catheter is used without proper sterilization.
Incomplete seals on the catheter could allow contaminants to enter during sterilization. This might lead to infections if the cath:ter is used without proper sterilization in medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the BARD Dynamic XT Steerable catheter for electrophysiology procedures. Patients undergoing these procedures are at risk if the catheter is not properly sterilized.
Check for product number 201103 and lot numbers listed as 'xxxxx' on the catheter packaging. The UDI code 00885825003876 is also associated with this recall.
Look for product number 201103 and lot numbers on the catheter packaging.
The catheter may have incomplete sterile seals, which could lead to infections during medical procedures if not properly sterilized.
Check the product number and lot numbers on the packaging to see if it is affected. The recall does not specify a remedy.
The recall states incomplete sterile seals could lead to infections, but does not mention risks of serious injury or death.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2179-2026 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2179-2026 from Stryker. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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