Stryker PCD Precision System 13G Needle with Spineplex, sterile, single use, disposable , 4 units per box. units per box. Stryker Instruments, Kalamazoo, MI Part Number: 0505-585-000, Lot:11223012 13G Match Ground Four facet Tip Introduction Needle - PIN 0306-130-011 13G Bevel Tip Stylet - PIN 0306-131-012 The intended use of the Stryker PCD System is for mixing bone cement and delivering it percutaneously. Bone cement is mixed in the chamber then transferred directly into an extension nozzle which has been attached to the introduction needle in the fracture site by a luer lock fitting. Cement is then dispensed directly into the fracture site under fluoroscopy

Product was packaged with a four inch needle in stead of the correct five inch needle. There is a potential that the needle may not be able to reach the fracture site, which may require additional medical intervention. In addition, if the stylet needs to be changed and the additional stylet that comes in the package is used, this additional stylet is one inch longer than the needle. which could l

Stryker sent an Urgent Recall Notification letter dated December 7, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. If product was further distributed, customers should forward the recall notification letter and the attached Business Reply Form (BRF) to all affected locations. Immediately check inventory and quarantine any affected product found. Mark product as "RECALLED PRODUCT". Indicate on the BRF the quantity of affected PCD kits they are returning and fill in the form completely. Fax the Business Reply Form to Stryker Instruments Regulatory Department, 866-521-2762. Upon receipt of the BRF, Stryker will contact them to coordinate the return of all affected product that they have on hand. For questions regarding this recall call 269-389-4354. .