RecallDepth

Stryker Ureteral Universal Kit, Model number 220-180-517, The ureteral kit is a ureteral transillumination device with reusable illumination source and a fiberoptic light ureteral catheter kit which is provided sterile for single use disposable application. The device is intended to be used to transilluminate the ureter during laparoscopic and open surgical procedures of the lower abdomen or pelvic areas to help the surgeon identify the ureter.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued September 16, 2008).

Company
Stryker Endoscopy
Recall Initiated
May 9, 2008
Posted
September 16, 2008
Terminated
December 21, 2010
Recall Number
Z-1867-2008
Quantity
1195 units
Firm Location
San Jose, CA
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

Kit fibers may not illuminate along entire length, which may result in inadequate visibility of the urethral structures during surgery

Distribution

Product was distributed nationwide and to Australia, Canada, Scandinavia, Italy and Switzerland

Lot / Code Info

Lot numbers 4025, 4169, 4362, 4647, 4711, 5196, and 5461

Root Cause

Other

Action Taken

Sales representatives were notified via telephone, and recall product advisory notices will be sent to all consignees on 05/09/2009. Contact a Regulatory Affairs representative at 408-754-2161 or 408-754-2000 should you have any questions.

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