FDA Devices recall · Reported December 5, 2018
Reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocar (H12LP) Model # H12LP Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars12x100mm - Product Usage: Physical Product Description: The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar consists of a radiolucent cannula and obturator sized 12mm in diameter (refer to Figure 1). The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar has an obturator that has a blunt plastic tip that gently moves aside any internal viscera that may be adjacent to the abdominal or thoracic wall. The trocar cannula consists of two seals, an outer in
Through investigation, it was determined that H12LP Trocars in scope of a previous H12LP recall were distributed to facilities within the distribution chain following the recall e…
Stryker Sustainability Solutions recalled Reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocar (H12LP) Model # H12LP Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars12x… - a moderate-severity action.
Reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocar (H12LP) Model # H12LP Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars12x… was recalled by Stryker Sustainability Solutions in December 5, 2018. Reason: Through investigation, it was determined that H12LP Trocars in scope of a previous H12LP recall were distribu…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0498-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Stryker Sustainability Solutions issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Through investigation, it was determined that H12LP Trocars in scope of a previous H12LP recall were distribu….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 5K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- December 5, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0498-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record
Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Product description
Reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocar (H12LP) Model # H12LP Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars12x100mm - Product Usage: Physical Product Description: The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar consists of a radiolucent cannula and obturator sized 12mm in diameter (refer to Figure 1). The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar has an obturator that has a blunt plastic tip that gently moves aside any internal viscera that may be adjacent to the abdominal or thoracic wall. The trocar cannula consists of two seals, an outer integrated removable self-adjusting seal that may accommodate instruments ranging from 5mm to 12mm in diameter, and an internal seal. These seals minimize gas leakage when instruments are inserted or withdrawn through the seal. The stopcock valve provides attachment for gas insufflation and desufflation. The stability plug component, is specific only to the H12LP catalog number. The stability plug (adjustable plug) is placed on the outside of the trocar sleeve (cannula). The stability plug provides suture clips (suture anchors), which can be used to suture the Trocar sleeve in place. Intended Use: Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars are indicated for use to establish a port of entry for endoscopic instruments in patients requiring minimally invasive surgical procedures. Physical Product Description: The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar consists of a radiolucent cannula and obturator sized 12mm in diameter (refer to Figure 1). The Reprocessed Blunt Tip Trocar has an obturator that has a blunt plastic tip that gently moves aside any internal viscera that may be adjacent to the abdominal or thoracic wall. The trocar cannula consists of two seals, an outer integrated removable self-adjusting seal that may accommodate instruments ranging from 5mm to 12mm in diameter, and an internal seal. These seals minimize gas leakage when instruments are inserted or withdrawn through the seal. The stopcock valve provides attachment for gas insufflation and desufflation. The stability plug component, is specific only to the H12LP catalog number. The stability plug (adjustable plug) is placed on the outside of the trocar sleeve (cannula). The stability plug provides suture clips (suture anchors), which can be used to suture the Trocar sleeve in place. Intended Use: Reprocessed Endoscopic Trocars are indicated for use to establish a port of entry for endoscopic instruments in patients requiring minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Reason for recall
Through investigation, it was determined that H12LP Trocars in scope of a previous H12LP recall were distributed to facilities within the distribution chain following the recall execution activities initially performed by distributor.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0498-2019 |
| Date reported | December 5, 2018 |
| Date initiated | June 19, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Stryker Sustainability Solutions |
| Firm location | Tempe, AZ |
| Affected scope | 4848 |
| Distribution | US nationwide distribution in the states of OK, GA, NJ, TX, IA, CO, TX, CA, LA, PA, VA, MD, WA, and IL. OUS: None. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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