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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Stryker Sustainability Solutions REF HARH36 Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. Harmonic ACE +7, Shears with Advanced Hemostasis 5mm Diameter x 36cm - Product Usage: indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic structures (such as spine and joint space), sealing

Reported: April 7, 2021 Initiated: January 19, 2021 #Z-1327-2021

Product Description

Stryker Sustainability Solutions REF HARH36 Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. Harmonic ACE +7, Shears with Advanced Hemostasis 5mm Diameter x 36cm - Product Usage: indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic structures (such as spine and joint space), sealing and transection of lymphatic vessels, and other open and endoscopic procedures.

Reason for Recall

Product was distributed without receiving regulatory clearance.

Details

Units Affected
102 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the state of OH and the country of Israel.
Location
Tempe, AZ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Stryker Sustainability Solutions REF HARH36 Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. Harmonic ACE +7, Shears with Advanced Hemostasis 5mm Diameter x 36cm - Product Usage: indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic structures (such as spine and joint space), sealing and transection of lymphatic vessels, and other open and endoscopic procedures.. Recalled by Stryker Sustainability Solutions. Units affected: 102 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Product was distributed without receiving regulatory clearance.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 7, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1327-2021.