Stryker recalls QuickFlap sterile procedure packs due to potential packaging compromise after 3 years, risking contamination of surgical implants.
After a three year term, there is a potential for the external packaging (sterile barrier) to become compromised.
Stryker is recalling QuickFlap sterile procedure packs that may have compromised packaging after three years, potentially leading to contamination during surgery. This affects surgical implants used in head and neck procedures for adults and teens aged 12+.
After three years, the sterile packaging could become compromised, potentially allowing contamination of the surgical implants. This might lead to infections or other complications during surgery if the packaging is no longer sterile.
Adults and teens aged 12 and older who use Stryker QuickFlap surgical implants for head and neck procedures. Patients who have received these implants after the three-year term may be at risk.
Check for the part number 12-01520S on the packaging. The product was sold with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, including 1000085083 through 1000290245.
Inspect the sterile barrier packaging for signs of damage or compromise after three years of use.
The recall is due to potential packaging compromise after three years, which could lead to contamination of surgical implants.
Adults and teens aged 12 and older who use Stryker QuickFlap surgical implants for head and neck procedures.
Look for part number 12-01520S on the packaging, with serial numbers listed in the recall notice (e.g., 1000085083 through 1000290245).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2898-2018 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2898-2018 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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