Stryker recalls disposable tourniquet cuffs that may leak air, causing blood flow loss during surgery. Affected units have specific product numbers and lot numbers. Consumers should contact Stryker for details.
There is a potential for the cuff to leak air leading to a loss of vascular occlusion.
Stryker is recalling disposable tourniquet cuffs that could leak air, which might cause blood flow to stop during surgery. This is a safety issue for medical procedures where blood flow must be temporarily blocked.
The cuff may leak air, reducing its ability to block blood flow. This could cause blood to flow through the area during surgery, potentially affecting the procedure's safety and effectiveness.
Medical professionals using these cuffs during surgery are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures requiring tourniquet use could be affected if the cuff leaks air.
Check for product number 5921-018-135 and lot numbers 60180348 or 60180373 on the cuff packaging. The cuff is 18 inches long and 3 inches wide with a quick connect feature.
Look for product number 5921-018-135 and lot numbers 60180348 or 60180373 on the cuff packaging.
The recall is for a potential air leak that could cause blood flow to stop during surgery.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy or action steps for affected users.
Check for product number 5921-018-135 and lot numbers 60180348 or 60180373 on the packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0592-2020 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-0592-2020 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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