The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0725-2015·Announced 2014-12-24

Stryker Laparoscopic Graspers Recalled for Sterilization Parameter Errors

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 laparoscopic manual instruments because the instructions for use do not support 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, but the source text identifies the issue as a documentation error regarding sterilization parameters without reporting any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 units of PKG, 5MM INSERT, RETENTION GRASPER, 33CM, P/N 0250080697 Laparoscopic Manual Instruments. These instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping, and manipulating tissue and organs during laparoscopic surgery. The recall covers units distributed worldwide, including the United States and numerous international locations.

The recall was initiated because the parameters provided in the Laparoscopic Manual Instruments Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior) do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods. This documentation error may affect the proper sterilization of the devices.

Healthcare facilities and users should stop using the affected instruments and contact Stryker Endoscopy for further instructions. The specific lot codes affected are listed in the official recall notice.

The recalled product

Product
PKG, 5MM INSERT, RETENTION GRASPER, 33CM, P/N 0250080697 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) por
Manufacturer
Stryker Endoscopy
Affected units
180,573

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically:

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.

See all 207 products in this recall →