Smith & Nephew recalls BIORAPTOR 2.9MM absorbable suture anchors with batch numbers 2029229-2050876 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 BIORAPTOR 2.9MM absorbable suture anchors with specific batch numbers because the sterile packaging might not seal properly. This could lead to contamination of the surgical product, which is a serious risk during medical procedures.
The sterile packaging of the suture anchors may not seal correctly, potentially allowing contamination. This could lead to infections or other complications during surgery if the product is not properly sterile.
Surgical professionals and patients who have received the recalled BIORAPTOR 2.9MM suture anchors with batch numbers 2029229, 2034457, 2040701, or 2050876. Those using the product for medical procedures are most at risk.
Check the product label for batch numbers: 2029229, 2034457, 2040701, or 2050876. The product is an absorbable suture anchor sold under the brand name BIORAPTOR 2.9MM.
Look for batch numbers 2029229, 2034457, 2040701, or 2050876 on the packaging.
Batch numbers 2029229, 2034457, 2040701, and 2050876.
The recall record does not specify a remedy.
Check the product label for batch numbers 2029229, 2034457, 2040701, or 2050876.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0146-2021 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0146-2021 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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