Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Stryker Orthopaedics, Duracon 4:1 Ceramic Cutting Block XS; XCelerate cutting block for distal femur in orthopaedic surgery, Non-Sterile. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Stryker Orthopaedics, Duracon 4:1 Ceramic Cutting Block XS; XCelerate cutting block for distal femur in orthopaedic surgery, Non-Sterile.
Brand
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Catalog Number: 8000-7005, all lots
Products Sold
Catalog Number: 8000-7005, all lots
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Stryker Orthopaedics, Duracon 4:1 Ceramic Cutting Block XS; XCelerate cutting block for distal femur due to The ceramic guide rails, within the XCelerate 4:1 Ceramic Cutting Blocks, may fracture and displace from the block.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The ceramic guide rails, within the XCelerate 4:1 Ceramic Cutting Blocks, may fracture and displace from the block.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Urgent Product Recall Letters were sent on December 3, 2009 via Federal Express to Stryker Branches/Agencies, Hospital Risk Management, Hospital Chief of Orthopaedics and Surgeons. Foreign accounts were notitied on December 7, 2009. Questions or comments should be addressed to Colleen O'Meara at 201-972-2100.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026