Stryker Trio Connector Hex Socket for Torque Wrench 3.5MM Not Sterile: Manufactured by: Stryker Spine SAS, Cestas, France; Distributed in the USA by: Stryker Spine, Allendale, NJ 07401 The Trio 3.5MM Hex Socket is a reusable instrument, sterilized prior to use, used with the Trio Torque Wrench to facilitate final tightening of Trio connectors and 3.5MM Hex Screw Assembly. This Trio 3.5MM Hex Socket is used with the Trio implant system for posterior noncervical pedical and non pedical fixation of the spine.
FDA Recall Z-1886-2009 · Posted 2009-09-16
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Recalling FirmStryker Spine
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMNH
Date Initiated2009-07-01
Date Terminated2009-10-20
Product Quantity143
Reason for Recall
The Trio 3.5MM Hex socket has been reported to break under high stresses.
Firm Action
Product Correction letters were sent on July 1, 2009 to all Branches/Agencies, Surgeons and Hospital Risk Management OR Supervisor by Federal Express. The letter indicates the potential hazards associated with the breakage and it reinforces the appropriate surgical technique in using the hex socket. Customers are requested to complete an acknowledgement form and return it via FAX to Aminah Crawford at 201.760.8370 within five (5) days of receipt of the notice. If you have questions, please contact Tiffani Rogers, Regulatory Compliance Manager at 201.760.8206.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide - OR, AR, CA, MA, KY, MD, GA, FL, NY, NM, UT, FL, OK, KS, MI, MN, IN, MT, TX, WI, and TN.
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.
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