The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2418-2019·Announced 2019-09-04

Stryker Endotrac Hook Blade Recalled for Compromised Sterile Bag Seal

Stryker GmbH is recalling 2,248 Endotrac EPF/EGR Hook Blades because the sterile bag seal may be compromised, potentially affecting sterility.

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. The hazard is a potential loss of sterility due to a compromised seal, which is a significant risk but does not meet the criteria for Severe (Class II with hospitalization reports) or Critical (Class I). It is not a cosmetic or documentation-only issue, placing it at Moderate.

Plain-English summary

Stryker GmbH is recalling 2,248 units of the Endotrac EPF/EGR Hook Blade, Catalog Number 3055-1. The affected lots are 01403, 01466, and 01483. The product was distributed nationwide in the United States.

The recall was initiated because the seal integrity of the sterile bag containing the kits may be compromised. This defect could potentially affect the sterility of the surgical instruments.

The Endotrac EPF/EGR Hook Blade is a medical device used in minimally invasive surgical techniques for the treatment of chronic plantar fasciitis and gastrocnemius equinus. Healthcare providers and facilities that have received these specific lots should stop using the product and contact Stryker for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Endotrac EPF/EGR Hook Blade, Catalog Number 3055-1 The EPF system is designed for the treatment of plantar fasciosis. The EPF system is a minimally invasive surgical technique for chronic plantar fasciitis (fasciosis). The EGR system is designed for the treatment of gastrocne
Manufacturer
Stryker GmbH
Category
Medical Device — Surgical Instrument
Hazard
Affected units
2,248

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Lot Numbers 01403
  • 01466
  • 01483

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 13 recalled by Stryker GmbH 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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