Stryker recalls SurgiCount+ software version 2.0.17 due to potential duplicate sponge counting errors during surgery. This could lead to retained surgical sponges if not corrected. Update to prevent the error.
When scanning sponges out after a surgical procedure, an error may allow for a duplicate sponge to be counted without the prompt to make a case note and allowing the case to close. The software update will prevent the occurrence of this error.
Stryker is recalling a specific software version of their SurgiCount+ system used in surgeries. The software could count a sponge twice, potentially leading to a sponge being left inside a patient after surgery. This is serious because retained surgical sponges can cause infections or other complications.
The software may count a sponge twice when scanning after surgery. This error could cause a sponge to be left inside a patient without being noticed, leading to potential infections or other complications. The update fixes this by preventing duplicate counts.
Healthcare professionals using the SurgiCount+ system software version 2.0.17 for surgical sponge counting are most at risk. This affects hospitals and surgical teams that use the recalled software.
Check for the software version 2.0.17 with catalog number 0694-002-090. The system uses specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. This version was sold to hospitals and surgical teams.
Install the software update to prevent duplicate sponge counting errors.
The software version 2.0.17 may count a sponge twice during surgery, potentially leaving a sponge inside the patient. The update prevents this error.
Check for the catalog number 0694-002-090 and the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Yes, retained surgical sponges can cause infections or other complications if not properly counted.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1452-2022 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-1452-2022 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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