Class 2 Device Recall Stryker

• Date Initiated by Firm: May 21, 2013
• Date Posted: July 31, 2013
• Recall Status: Terminated on October 14, 2014
• Recall Number: Z-1846-2013
• Recall Event ID: 65646
• Product Classification: Rod, fixation, intramedullary and accessories - Product Code HSB
• Product: GAMMA3 System Long Nail Kit, R2.0, Ti, Left Distributed in USA by Howmedica Osteonics Corp., 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430 USA A single use device intended for the temporary fixation, correction of stabilization of the right femur. The kit consists of intramedullary nail and set screw. The kit is used in combination with lag screw and (distal) locking screws and end cap as well.
• Code Information: Catalog Number- 33250400S Catalog Number 33250360S
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.; 325 Corporate Dr; Mahwah NJ 07430-2002
• For Additional Information Contact: Ms. Colleen O'Meara; 201-972-2100
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Stryker Osteosynthesis has become aware that LEFT GAMMA3 nails are marked as right nails.
• FDA Determined Cause: Process control
• Action: Stryker sent notification letters and product accountability forms dated May 21, 2013. via Fed Ex with return receipt to all branches/agencies and on May 22, 2013, via Fed Ex with return receipt to all hospital risk management, chief of orthoapedics, and surgeons. Our records indicate that you may have received and/or used the above referenced product(s). It is Stryker's responsibility as the manufacturer to ensure that customers who may have received and/or used these affected products also receive this important communication. Please contact your Stryker Sales Representative to arrange for return of the product if you have any of the above listed items. Please assist us in meeting our regulatory obligation by faxing back the attached Product Recall Acknowledgment Form as soon as possible to 855- 251-3635. Please note that your signature on the following form only confirms that you received this notification and does not obligate you to take any additional action beyond what is called for in this notification letter. We regret any inconvenience this action may cause you and if you have any questions, please call (201) 972-2100.
• Quantity in Commerce: 5 units
• Distribution: US Distribution including the states of IL, KY and TN.
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

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² Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
³ For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.