Stryker recalls cranium plates with potential packaging compromise after three years. Affected items have specific part numbers; stop using if packaging is damaged.
After a three year term, there is a potential for the external packaging (sterile barrier) to become compromised.
Stryker is recalling cranium plates that may have compromised sterile packaging after three years. This could lead to infection if the plates are used without proper sterilization.
After three years, the external sterile packaging might become damaged, potentially allowing contamination. This could lead to infection if the plates are used without proper sterilization.
Medical professionals using these plates for cranium surgery are most at risk. Patients receiving these plates during surgery could be affected if the packaging is compromised.
Check for part numbers listed in the recall: 1000201620, 1000203741, 1000215161, and other numbers in the list. These plates are used for cranium surgery.
Inspect the external sterile packaging for damage or compromise after three years of use.
The recall is due to a potential compromise of the external sterile packaging after three years, which could lead to contamination.
Look for part numbers listed in the recall: 1000201620, 1000203741, 1000215161, and other numbers in the provided list.
Check the packaging for damage after three years; if compromised, stop using the product to prevent infection risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2912-2018 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2912-2018 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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