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High RiskFDAfda-Z-1633-2015STERILITY ISSUE

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics RESTORATION Acetabular Augment System; Howmedica Osteonics Corp., A subsidiary of Stryker Corporation Made i...

Units Affected
1,147
Recall Date
August 15, 2014
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Sterility Issue

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1633-2015.

The peel strength of the inner blister may have been below internal validated requirements. The strength of the seal is directly related to long term shelf life of the sterile barrier.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1633-2015.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1633-2015.

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Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Recall FAQ

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Stryker Howmedica Osteonics RESTORATION Acetabular Augment System; Howmedica Osteonics Corp., A subsidiary of Stryker Corporation Made i.... The notice was published on August 15, 2014 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 1,147 units are potentially affected.