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Recall Z-0478-2016 ยท KDQ Bottle, Collection, Vacuum

Stryker Sustainability Solutions

The Fuhrman Pleural/Pneumopericardial Drainage Set The Fuhrman Pleural/Pneumopericardial Drainage Set consists of pigtail catheter, access needle, dilator, and wire guide. The set also includes a multipurpose tubing adapter, and three-way stopcock.

DateJan 4, 2016 (initiated Nov 17, 2015)
StatusTerminated
ReasonStryker Sustainability Solutions is recalling the Fuhrman Pleural & Pneumopericardial Drainage Set due to receiving complaints that it broke off in the pleural cavity while inserting the device into the patient.
Root causeDevice Design
ActionThe firm, Stryker Sustainability Solutions, sent a "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated 11/17/2015 to its customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were instructed to discontinue the use of the product, and complete the Recall Effectiveness Check Form even if no product has been found in inventory. Customers should return the completed Recall Effectiveness Check Form to their local Stryker Sustainability Sales Representative, email to ssspfa@stryker.com, or mail to: Stryker Sustainability Solutions, 1810 West Drake Drive
Quantity34 devices
DistributionUS Distribution in the states of: AK, CA, WI, IN, FL, OR, NY, and NC.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

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