ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1691-2008 ยท LXH Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrument

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

X-Celerate Universal Block Pegless Size #3, Non Sterile;

DateSep 20, 2008 (initiated Mar 18, 2008)
StatusTerminated
ReasonDiscovery of the potential for Pin and Punch interference of the Size 3 Scorpio Notch Preparation Guide that may result in damage to bone if a user aggressively attempts to seat an obstructed punch.
Root causeDevice Design
ActionUrgent Product Correction notification letters were sent via Federal Express, return receipt to all users on March 18, 2008. Questions should be directed to Rita Intorella, Divisional Regulatory Reporting at (201) 831-5825.
Quantity175 units in US, 453 units internationally
DistributionProducts were distributed worldwide.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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