The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2421-2019·Announced 2019-09-04

Stryker Recalls Endotrac ECTR Hook Blade Kits Due to Seal Integrity

Stryker GmbH is recalling 28 Endotrac ECTR Hook Blade kits because the sterile bag seal integrity may be compromised.

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, and the source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker GmbH is recalling 28 units of the Endotrac ECTR Hook Blade, Angled, Catalog Number 2055A-1. The product is a medical device used in the EPF system for the treatment of plantar fasciosis and the EGR system for gastrocnemius equinus.

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 device.

The affected units are identified by Lot Number 01401 and were distributed nationwide in the United States. Healthcare providers and facilities should stop using the affected lots and contact Stryker GmbH for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Endotrac ECTR Hook Blade, Angled, Catalog Number 2055A-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 gas
Manufacturer
Stryker GmbH
Affected units
28

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 (1)

  • Lot Number 01401

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.

See all 13 products in this recall →