FDA recall record

Orthovita, Inc., dBA Stryker Orthobiologics Stryker Orthobiologics Imbibe Bone Marrow recall — FDA Z-0938-2015

There is the potential for a breach in the inner or outer packaging pouches of all lots of the Imbibe Bone Marrow Aspiration Needle.

Class IIclassification
Z-0938-2015official record ID
Jan 14, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0938-2015
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmOrthovita, Inc., dBA Stryker Orthobiologics.
Report dateJan 14, 2015
Recall initiation dateDec 4, 2014
Quantity89770
LocationMalvern, PA, United States

Official product description

Stryker Orthobiologics Imbibe Bone Marrow Aspiration Needle, Model Numbers: 2090-0027 Needle (bullet-tip), 11 gauge x 4 inch 2090-0028 Needle (bullet-tip), 11 gauge x 6 inch 2090-0029 Needle (bullet-tip), 8 gauge x 6 inch 2090-0047 Needle (bullet-tip), 8 gauge x 8 inch 2090-0030 Needle (bullet-tip), Fenestrated, 8 gauge x 6 inch intended for use to aspirate bone marrow or autologous blood.

Why the product was recalled

There is the potential for a breach in the inner or outer packaging pouches of all lots of the Imbibe Bone Marrow Aspiration Needle.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and country of: Canada.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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