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Stryker Corporation recalls Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical appli
Recalled November 20, 2024 · FDA recall Z-0365-2025 · Stryker
Hazard
There is a potential for the product to activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released. Unintentional activation of the device may result in localized burns to the patient or physician from electrical currents carried through conductive objects or fluids. Medical/surgical intervention may be needed to correct these injuries · FDA Class II
Units
1,120,860 eaches
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Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Japan, Australia.
Description
There is a potential for the product to activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released. Unintentional activation of the device may result in localized burns to the patient or physician from electrical currents carried through conductive objects or fluids. Medical/surgical intervention may be needed to correct these injuries
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system. Catalog Number: 0703-047-000
Manufacturer(s)
Stryker Corporation
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →