Smith & Nephew recalls rotation medical tendon staples due to potential improper sealing of packaging, risking contamination during surgery. Affected units include specific batch numbers.
Product packaging process may result in an improper or incomplete seal of the outer foil pouch surrounding the inner Tyvek pouch, compromising product sterility
Smith & Nephew is recalling rotation medical tendon staples that may have improper packaging seals, risking contamination during surgical procedures. This could lead to infections if used without sterile conditions.
The packaging may not seal properly, potentially allowing contamination of the sterile staples. This could lead to infections if the staples are used in surgical procedures without being properly sterile.
Surgical patients and medical professionals using the recalled staples for prosthetic material fixation. The risk is low as the issue relates to packaging integrity, not direct harm during use.
Check for product number 2504-1 and batch numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 51180055 to 51193820). The staples are intended for surgical use to fix prosthetic materials to soft tissues.
Verify the product number (2504-1) and batch numbers listed in the recall to determine if your staples are affected.
The recall indicates a potential risk of improper packaging seals, but the staples are generally safe if used with proper sterile handling. Affected units should be checked.
Check the product number and batch numbers listed in the recall to see if your staples are affected. If they are, contact Smith & Nephew for guidance.
Look for product number 2504-1 and batch numbers from 51180055 to 51193820 as listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3096-2024 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-3096-2024 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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