Smith & Nephew recalls a specific knee implant model that was shipped with the wrong size (size 4 left) instead of size 3 left. This could lead to improper fitting and complications during surgery.
Complaint received indicating that a package contained a LGN OX CONSTRAINED FEM 3 LT implant instead of a LGN OX CONSTRAINED FEM 4 LT as described on the product label.
Smith & Nephew has recalled a specific knee implant model because it was shipped with the wrong size (size 4 left) instead of size 3 left. Using this incorrect implant could cause improper fitting and surgical complications.
The implant was shipped with the wrong size (size 4 left) instead of size 3 left as labeled. This mismatch could lead to improper fitting during surgery, potentially causing complications.
Patients who received this specific knee implant model (size 4 left) from Smith & Nephew are affected. Those who had surgery using this incorrect implant may be at risk of improper fitting.
Check for the product name 'Smith & Nephew LEIGON OXINIUM CONSTRAINED NONPOROUS FEMORAL COMPONENT, SIZE 4 LEFT' and reference number 71421164. This implant was sold with a batch number of 23LM03388.
Verify the implant's size and reference number against the product description provided in the recall notice.
The recall is due to the wrong size being shipped, not the implant itself being dangerous when used correctly.
Check for the product name 'Smith & Nephew LEIGON OXINIUM CONSTRAINED NONPOROUS FEMORAL COMPONENT, SIZE 4 LEFT' and reference number 71421164.
The recall notice does not specify a return process, so contact Smith & Nephew directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0278-2025 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0278-2025 from Smith & Nephew. 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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