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Stryker Spine recalls Stryker Reliance AL Implant Blocker (Various sizes) The SLIDE Implant Blocker is a reusable instrument, sterilized p
Recalled August 15, 2012 · FDA recall Z-2176-2012 · Stryker Spine
Hazard
Stryker Spine has received six reports regarding the breakage of one or more prongs at the extremity of the instrument. · FDA Class II
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109 Lots
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Nationwide Distribution including NC, AR, TN, MA, IL, GA, NY, LA, MN, MO, OH, KS, NM, TX, KS,and IN.
Description
Stryker Spine has received six reports regarding the breakage of one or more prongs at the extremity of the instrument.
Product
Stryker Reliance AL Implant Blocker (Various sizes) The SLIDE Implant Blocker is a reusable instrument, sterilized prior to use. It allows the surgeon to distract the disc space in the lumbar region of the spine using an anterior or anterolateral approach while also allowing them to insert the implant into final position.
Manufacturer(s)
Stryker Spine
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →