Stryker recalls 1688 Camera Control Units with software defects causing image flips, risking surgical errors. Affected units have specific serial numbers and software versions.
A software defect in the camera control unit (CCU) will cause the image on the monitor to flip upside-down into an incorrect orientation. The potential of harms are conversion to open procedure, additional medical intervention, or a revision surgery.
Stryker is recalling camera control units used in surgeries that may flip images upside down, potentially leading to incorrect procedures. This could cause unnecessary surgeries or complications if not fixed.
The software defect causes the camera image to flip upside down on the monitor. This could lead to surgeons operating on the wrong body part, requiring additional procedures or revisions.
Surgical teams using the 1688 CCU for procedures like laparoscopy or endoscopy are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these units may face errors.
Check for serial numbers starting with 07613327420081 on the 1688 CCU. Affected units have software versions 3.0.6, 4.0.13, or 4.0.18.
Verify the software version on your camera control unit; affected units have versions 3.0.6, 4.0.13, or 4.0.18.
Reach out to Stryker for a software update or replacement if your unit is affected.
Software versions 3.0.6, 4.0.13, and 4.0.18 are affected.
Check the serial number starting with 07613327420081 and software version 3.0.6, 4.0.13, or 4.0.18.
No, but you should check the software version and contact Stryker for a fix if affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0728-2022 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-0728-2022 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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