Smith & Nephew recalls PeriLoc Targeter 4.5mm Distal Femur handles marked as left but intended for right hand use. This could lead to incorrect surgical application. Affected units have specific product numbers and lot numbers.
The 4.5MM PeriLoc Targeter right hand part was anodized green and was marked as a left-hand part.
Smith & Nephew is recalling PeriLoc Targeter 4.5mm Distal Femur handles that were incorrectly marked as left-hand parts but are meant for right-hand use. This mismatch risks improper surgical application during procedures.
The handles were anodized green and labeled as left-hand parts but are designed for right-hand use. This mismatch could lead to incorrect surgical application if the wrong hand is used during procedures.
Medical professionals using the PeriLoc Targeter 4.5mm Distal Femur handles for bone fixation procedures. Patients undergoing surgery with these handles may be at risk of incorrect application.
Check for the product number 71173400 and lot number 16GM20026 on the handle. The handle should be marked as a right-hand part but was incorrectly labeled as left.
Verify the handle is marked as a right-hand part, not left-hand, as it was incorrectly labeled.
The handle was anodized green and marked as a left-hand part but is designed for right-hand use, which could lead to incorrect surgical application.
Product number 71173400 and lot number 16GM20026.
The official recall does not provide a remedy, so users should check the handle marking and contact the manufacturer if unsure.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2777-2020 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-2777-2020 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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