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Health product recall

POSITION PRO MATTRESS (2015-12-14)

Starting date:
December 14, 2015
Posting date:
January 7, 2016
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-56552

Affected Products

A. POSITION PRO MATTRESS

Reason

There have been reports of a melting event with the power cord on the Position Pro surface. The investigation found that when an abnormal external force is applied to the plug, such as relocating the mattress surface without unplugging the cord, there is a potential for a fracture to develop on the prongs inside the molded section of the plug.

Affected products

A. POSITION PRO MATTRESS

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number
  • 2920000000
  • 2920100000
  • 2920500000
Companies
Manufacturer
Stryker Medical
3800 E Centre Avenue
Portage
49002
Michigan
UNITED STATES