Smith & Nephew recalls two Genesis II Non-Porous Tibial Baseplates (Size 5 Right and Size 4 Left) due to mispackaging. The inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and chart sticks.
The product was mispackaged (swapped). The devices within the inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and the chart sticks.
Smith & Nephew is recalling two specific Genesis II Non-Porous Tibial Baseplates because they were mispackaged. The inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and chart sticks. This could lead to incorrect use in medical procedures.
The baseplates were mispackaged, meaning the inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and chart sticks. This could lead to using the wrong size during surgery, potentially causing incorrect implant placement.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use these specific baseplates for knee replacements. Patients receiving these implants may be at risk if the wrong size is used.
Check for the product numbers: 71420186 (Size 5 Right, Lot #21DM14954S, exp. October 2030) or 71420166 (Size 4 Left, Lot #21FM13870A, exp. October 2030). The inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and chart sticks.
Look for the product numbers 71420186 (Size 5 Right) or 71420166 (Size 4 Left) on the packaging.
The baseplates were mispackaged, meaning the inner tray matches the inner tray but does not match the outer box label and chart sticks.
Check the product numbers on the packaging to see if they match the recalled items. If they do, contact Smith & Nephew for further instructions.
The mispackaging could lead to using the wrong size during surgery, potentially causing incorrect implant placement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1418-2022 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-1418-2022 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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