Smith & Nephew recalls TWINFIX Ultra absorbable suture anchors with batch numbers 2012913-2037671 due to potential sterile packaging breaches. Affected users should check product labels and contact the company for details.
Product packaging improper or incomplete seal of the pouch surrounding the sterile product may result in a breach of the sterile barrier created by the pouch
Smith & Nephew is recalling certain TWINFIX Ultra suture anchors because the sterile packaging might be compromised, risking infection during surgery. This affects medical professionals who use these anchors for surgical procedures.
The sterile packaging around the suture anchors might not seal properly, allowing contaminants to enter. This could lead to infection during surgery if the packaging is breached.
Medical professionals who use the TWINFIX Ultra suture anchors for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these anchors could face infection if the packaging is compromised.
Check the product label for batch numbers: 2012913, 2024716, 2025341, 2031135, 2033510, 2034402, 2036289, or 2037671. The product is sold under the brand name TWINFIX Ultra.
Look for batch numbers on the label: 2012913, 2024716, 2025341, 2031135, 2033510, 2034402, 2036289, or 2037671.
Batch numbers 2012913, 2024716, 2025341, 2031135, 2033510, 2034402, 2036289, and 2037671 are affected.
Check the product label for batch numbers listed above. The product is sold under the brand name TWINFIX Ultra.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Smith & Nephew directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0156-2021 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0156-2021 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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