Stryker recalls specific SafeLight fiber optic cables due to potential light output issues that could delay medical procedures. Affected units include clear and gray 5mm x 10ft cables with certain reference numbers.
Fiber optic cables assembled with not enough epoxy on the proximal end, creating light output issues, which could cause a clinical delay or procedure being converted to open.
Stryker is recalling specific SafeLight fiber optic cables that may cause light output problems, potentially delaying medical procedures. This recall affects certain clear and gray cables sold with specific reference numbers.
The cables were assembled with insufficient epoxy on the proximal end, causing light output issues. This could lead to a clinical delay or conversion of a procedure to open surgery if the light output is inadequate.
Medical professionals using these cables for procedures are most at risk. The recall applies to specific clear and gray 5mm x 10ft cables with listed reference numbers.
Check for clear or gray 5mm x 10ft cables with reference numbers starting with 0233-050-100 or 0233-050-200. The specific reference numbers listed in the recall include many sequential numbers.
Identify if your cable matches the described clear or gray 5mm x 10ft size with the reference numbers listed in the recall.
The cables were assembled with insufficient epoxy on the proximal end, which can cause light output issues and potentially delay procedures or require conversion to open surgery.
Check if your cable matches the reference numbers listed in the recall. If it does, you may need to contact Stryker for further instructions.
The recall indicates a potential for procedural delays or conversion to open surgery, but no specific injury risk is mentioned in the official notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1474-2023 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-1474-2023 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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