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Stryker Spine: LUXOR RETRACTOR BASE; Catalog Number: 48250030; Manufactured by: STRYKER Spine SAS; Z.I MARTICOT-33610-CESTAS-FRANCE; Distributed in the USA by: Stryker Spine. 2 Pearl Ct. Allendale, NJ 07401. Provides access to the thoracic and lumbar spine from a posterior approach via a small incision.

Recall number
Z-2155-2012
Recalling firm
Stryker Spine
Product
LUXOR RETRACTOR BASE; Catalog Number: 48250030; Manufactured by: STRYKER Spine SAS; Z.I MARTICOT-33610-CESTAS-FRANCE; Distributed in the USA by: Stryker Spine. 2 Pearl Ct. Allendale, NJ 07401. Provides access to the thoracic and lumbar spine from a posterior approach via a small incision.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-04-23
Posted
2012-08-07
Terminated
2013-11-13
Reason
Stryker received three reports involving blades of the Luxor Retractor becoming disassembled from the base causing the retractor to collapse insitu.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Action
Stryker sent Urgent Product Recall letters/return response forms dated April 23, 2012 via FedEx to Stryker branches/agencies and hospitals where product might have been distributed. The letter identified the affected product, discussed the issue, potential hazards, risk mitigations, and the return process. Customers are to examine their inventory and reconcile any of the affected product with the information provided. In addition, the Customer Response Form should be completed and faxed back to Regulatory Compliance at 201-760-8370 within 5 days of receipt of the letter. The affected product should also be returned following the instructions provided. Questions should be directed to Dan Roberts, Regulatory Affairs Compliance Specialist at 201-760-8298.
Quantity
30 devices
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- US, Switzerland, Netherlands, Brazil, Hong Kong, Germany, and Taiwan.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot Code: 093309
510(k) numbers
not on file
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
GAD
Firm FEI
3004024955
Firm city
Allendale
Firm state
NJ
Firm country
not on file

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