Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Short Barrel Sideplate, Omega + 140 degrees, 4 slots; The Omega Plus Compression Screw system consists of a series of lag screws, proximal hip side plates, supracondylar side plates, and compression screw designed to be used in the temporary stabilization of fractures of the proximal femur (intracapsular or intertrochanteric) and/or distal third of the femur (supracondylar area. These components are now made available in sterile packaging. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Short Barrel Sideplate, Omega + 140 degrees, 4 slots; The Omega Plus Compression Screw system consists of a series of lag screws, proximal hip side plates, supracondylar side plates, and compression screw designed to be used in the temporary stabilization of fractures of the proximal femur (intracapsular or intertrochanteric) and/or distal third of the femur (supracondylar area. These components are now made available in sterile packaging.
Brand
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Catalog Number: 3362-0-404 Lot code: E00985
Products Sold
Catalog Number: 3362-0-404 Lot code: E00985
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Short Barrel Sideplate, Omega + 140 degrees, 4 slots; The Omega Plus Compression Screw system consis due to Stryker Orthopaedics became aware that the packaging labeled as catalog number 3362-0-040; lot code E00985, 140 x 4 slot may contain a 5 hole slot.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Stryker Orthopaedics became aware that the packaging labeled as catalog number 3362-0-040; lot code E00985, 140 x 4 slot may contain a 5 hole slot.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Stryker branches and agencies were notified by letter on January 25, 2005. Letters to branches were notified of the packaging error and asked that all inventory location be examined to identify product. Product was to be returned to Stryker. If the product was further distributed, letters were provided to be sent to hospital OR Supervisors. A reconciliation form was also included and asked to be completed and returned. For information on this recall contact Rita Intorella at 201-831-5825.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026