Smith & Nephew recalls HEALICOIL RSB SA 5.5mm absorbable suture anchors with batch numbers 2013918 to 2056434 due to potential sterile packaging breaches. Consumers should check product details and contact the company for remedy.
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 5.5mm absorbable suture anchors that may have improper sterile packaging seals. This could allow contamination during surgery, making the product unsafe for medical use.
The sterile packaging may not seal properly, potentially allowing contaminants to enter the surgical site during procedures. This could lead to infections or other complications if the suture anchor is used without a properly sealed package.
Surgical patients and medical professionals who use the recalled HEALICOIL suture anchors. Those with the specific batch numbers listed are most at risk.
Check the product number on the packaging (72203801) and batch numbers listed: 2013918 through 2056434. The product is an absorbable suture anchor used in surgical procedures.
Look for the product number 72203801 and batch numbers from 2013918 to 2056434 on the packaging.
The sterile packaging may not seal properly, potentially allowing contaminants to enter the surgical site during procedures.
Check the product number 72203801 and batch numbers from 2013918 to 2056434 on the packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Smith & Nephew directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0173-2021 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0173-2021 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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