Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1388-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Stryker Communications |
| Report date | May 29, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Quantity | 3,176 devices |
| Location | Flower Mound, TX, United States |
Official product description
EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, a component of the Stryker Visum LED Surgical Lighting System, with the following catalog numbers: 0682001286, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, 5P/FP; 0682001298, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, 5P; 0682001299, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, 5P/5P; 0682001300, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, FP/5P/5P; 0682001432, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis 9P/FP; 0682001433, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, 9P; 0682001434, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, 9P/5P; and 0682001435, EDS Light Suspension, Central Axis, FP/9P/5P. Product Usage: The lighting system is intended to illuminate the operative site during surgical procedures with high intensity light.
Why the product was recalled
There is a potential the joint in the suspension of the device is insufficiently assembled.
Distribution information
Distribution was nationwide, including Puerto Rico. There was also government/military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Ecuador, France, India, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain and United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
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Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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