FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#66399

Product

Stryker Disposable StrykeProbe 32cm L- Tip, Ref: 250-070-550, Electrosurgical Suction Tip, Stryker Endoscopy, San Jose, CA 95138.

FDA product code
GEIElectrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
General, Plastic Surgery
510(k) numbers
K052141
Affected lot / code info
Lot Number: 07297FE2

Why it was recalled

Cannot connect: Tips have electrodes that are too large to fit monopolar cables and are unusable.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Device Design

Action the firm took

Stryker notified their sales representatives by phone. Stryker sent all consignees a Product Advisory Notice dated November 19, 2007, and verbally notified them of the recall via telephone. A response form with return postage was sent with the notice. The letter requested the hospitals to quarantine and return the product to Stryker.

Recalling firm

Firm
Stryker Endoscopy
Address
5900 Optical Ct, San Jose, California 95138

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide Distribution.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2007-11-16
Posted by FDA
2008-03-05
Terminated
2008-03-26
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #66399. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.