Smith & Nephew recalls BIOSURE HA screws with labeling errors. Affected screws may be misidentified, leading to improper use in hip replacements. Contact for details.
Removal of affected lot of screws due to labeling error.
Smith & Nephew is recalling certain BIOSURE HA screws due to a labeling error that could lead to improper identification and use in hip replacements. This affects patients who received the specific model numbers and batch dates listed in the recall.
The labeling error means the screws might be misidentified, which could lead to improper use in hip replacement surgeries. This risk is low because the issue is about identification, not physical harm from the screws themselves.
Patients who received the BIOSURE HA screws with model numbers 72201768 or 72204389 and batch numbers 51315219 or 51306803 are most at risk. These screws are used in hip replacements.
Check for model numbers 72201768 or 72204389 and batch numbers 51315219 or 51306803 on the screws. The screws are threaded metallic bone fixation fasteners used in hip replacements.
Look for model numbers 72201768 or 72204389 and batch numbers 51315219 or 51306803 on the screws.
The recall is due to a labeling error that could lead to misidentification of the screws, which might result in improper use in hip replacements.
Check the screw labels for the model numbers and batch numbers listed in the recall. If they match, contact Smith & Nephew for further instructions.
No, the screws themselves are safe but the labeling error could lead to improper use in hip replacements.
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Subject: Recall Z-0957-2026 — Smith & Neph: Inc. Smith & Neph: Inc. Hello, I own a Smith & Neph: Inc. that is covered by recall Z-0957-2026 from Smith & Neph: Inc.. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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