Stryker Endoscopy Recalls Tissue Grasper Forceps Due to Sterilization Labeling Error
Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 units of tissue grasper forceps because the instructions for use do not support two specific sterilization methods.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically corresponds to a moderate severity score of 2, as it involves a labeling error that could lead to improper sterilization but is not associated with reported serious injuries or deaths.
Plain-English summary
Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 units of PKG, GRASPER FORCEPS, TISSUE, P/N 0250080284. These laparoscopic manual instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping, and manipulating tissue and organs during surgery. The recall is due to an error in the Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior), which do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods.
The affected products were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and internationally to numerous countries. The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating that use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
Healthcare facilities and users should stop using the affected devices and contact Stryker Endoscopy for further instructions on how to proceed with the recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- PKG, GRASPER FORCEPS, TISSUE, P/N 0250080284. Laparoscopic Manual Instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping and manipulating of tissue, organs, organ areas and surgical auxiliaries such as suturing material. Some instruments have radio frequency (RF) ports which a
- Manufacturer
- Stryker Endoscopy
- Affected units
- 180,573
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 207 recalled by Stryker Endoscopy under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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