Stryker recalls LEFT T2 GTN 14x300mm femoral nails due to potential reduced strength causing premature breakage. Affected product numbers include 18501430S (Lot K078C74).
The manufacturer has discovered that potentially out-of-specification products may have left the factory. Non-conforming cannulation of the nails may result in reduced component strength and potentially premature nail breakage.
Stryker is recalling LEFT T2 GTN 14x300mm femoral nails that may break prematurely due to manufacturing defects. This could lead to complications during medical procedures if the nails fail unexpectedly.
The nails may have weaker strength than intended due to manufacturing defects. This could cause the nails to break prematurely during surgery, potentially leading to complications for patients.
Medical professionals using these specific femoral nails for surgeries are most at risk. Patients receiving these implants during procedures may be affected if the nails break unexpectedly.
Check for the product number 18501430S on the packaging or label. The lot code K078C74 is also associated with this recall batch.
Verify the product number on the packaging or label to confirm if it matches 18501430S.
Stryker discovered that some of these femoral nails may have been produced with reduced strength due to manufacturing defects.
Check the product number on the packaging or label to see if it matches 18501430S. If it does, contact Stryker for further instructions.
The recall is for potential premature breakage during surgery, but the risk is low as this is a medical device issue, not a direct safety hazard for end-users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2404-2018 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2404-2018 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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