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Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.: Stryker 1) Asnis III Cannulated Screw REF 604640 4.0x40mm TL 13.5mm 2) Asnis III Cannulated Screw REF 604642S 4.0x42mm TL 14mm, sterile Product Usage: The Asnis III Cannulated Screw System is intended for fracture fixation of small and long bones and of the pelvis. The system is not intended for spinal use.

Recall number
Z-2099-2013
Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Product
Stryker 1) Asnis III Cannulated Screw REF 604640 4.0x40mm TL 13.5mm 2) Asnis III Cannulated Screw REF 604642S 4.0x42mm TL 14mm, sterile Product Usage: The Asnis III Cannulated Screw System is intended for fracture fixation of small and long bones and of the pelvis. The system is not intended for spinal use.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2013-07-08
Posted
2013-08-27
Terminated
2015-03-31
Reason
Stryker received a report that the length of the cannulated screw asnis III, article # 604640 Lot R11482, was incorrect.
Root cause
Process control
Action
Stryker sent an Urgent Medical Device Removal letter dated July 8, 2013 via Fed Ex to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, product issues, potential hazards, risk mitigation and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to return all affected products available to Stryer Osteosynthesis or contact Stryer customer service and complete and sign the enclosed Business Reply Form and fax a copy to: 1-865-251-3635. Questions can be directed to Stryker at 201-972-2100.
Quantity
23 units
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution in the states of: FL. OH, TX, & VA
Lot, serial or model codes
Catalog # 604640, Lot Code R11428 21 units  Catalog # 604642S, Lot Code R09071 1 unit
510(k) numbers
["K000080"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
HWC
Firm FEI
3003070421
Firm city
Mahwah
Firm state
NJ
Firm country
not on file

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Published
2026-09-28
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