Smith & Nephew recalls TWINFIX ULTRA HA 4.5 absorbable suture anchors with incomplete sterile packaging. This could allow contamination during medical procedures. Affected units include specific batch numbers and product codes.
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 HA 4.5 absorbable suture anchors due to potential packaging issues that might compromise sterility. This could lead to infections or other complications during medical procedures if the sterile barrier is breached.
The packaging may not seal properly, which could allow contamination of the sterile product. This might lead to infections or other complications during medical procedures if the sterile barrier is broken.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities that use these suture anchors. Patients undergoing surgery are at risk if the anchors are used without proper sterility.
Check for product number 72202624 and batch numbers: 2013904, 2018628, 2023177, 2025213, 2039590, 2050959, or 2052719. The product is a blue and black absorbable suture anchor.
Verify the product number and batch numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your item is affected.
The recall indicates potential packaging issues that could compromise sterility, so affected units should not be used until the remedy is applied.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Smith & Nephew directly for guidance on next steps.
Check for product number 72202624 and batch numbers: 2013904, 2018628, 2023177, 2025213, 2039590, 2050959, or 2052719.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0162-2021 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0162-2021 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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