Stryker Custom Cranial Implant Kit, small. Distributed by Stryker Craniomaxillofacial, Kalamazoo, MI; Catalog no. 54-00101. Custom cranial implant designed individually for each patient to correct trauma and/or defects in mandibular, maxillofacial or craniofacial bone.
FDA Recall Z-0509-2009 · Posted 2008-12-18
Recalling FirmStryker Craniomaxillofacial Division
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKKY
Date Initiated2008-10-24
Date Terminated2009-12-31
Product Quantity322 of all products.
Reason for Recall
Lack of assurance of sterility.
Firm Action
The firm's sales representatives and consignee risk managers, as well as implanting surgeons, were notified individually of the problem via recall letter dated 10/24/08, advised of the risk for serious infections, and instructed to follow-up with patients for infections for at least six months after surgery. The recall letter also included details for identifying and returning any remaining implant kits. Direct questions to Stryker's RA/QA Representative 269-324-5346 ext. 4258. The firm issued a press release concerning this recall on 12/23/08.
Root Cause
Process control
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.