Smith & Nephew recalls HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75mm absorbable suture anchors with specific batch numbers due to potential sterile packaging breaches. Consumers should check product details and contact the company for guidance.
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 HEALICOIL RSB SA 4.75mm absorbable suture anchors because the packaging might not seal properly, risking contamination. This could lead to infections if the product is used without a sterile barrier.
The sterile packaging of the suture anchors may not seal correctly, which could allow contaminants to enter the product. If the packaging is breached, the suture anchor might become contaminated, increasing the risk of infection during medical procedures.
Medical professionals and patients who own or use the recalled suture anchors with specific batch numbers listed in the recall. Those performing surgeries or procedures using these anchors are most at risk.
Check the product label for the batch numbers listed: 2013957, 2013995, 2013996, 2016209, and other specific batch numbers provided in the recall. The product is an absorbable suture anchor with model number 72203705.
Look for the batch numbers listed in the recall: 2013957, 2013995, 2013996, 2016209, and other specific batch numbers.
The product number is 72203705.
The affected batch numbers include 2013957, 2013995, 2013996, 2016209, and many others listed in the recall.
Check the product label for the batch numbers listed in the recall: 2013957, 2013995, 2013996, 2016209, and other specific batch numbers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0169-2021 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0169-2021 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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