[Recalled] Smith & Nephew 5.5 mm TWINFIX Ultra Ti Anchor with two #2 sutures(white, COBRAID-blue), sterile Part Number: 72202895 Product Usage: intended for use for the reattachment of soft tissue to bone — Distal part of the anchor m
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Smith & Nephew 5.5 mm TWINFIX Ultra Ti Anchor with two #2 sutures(white, COBRAID-blue), sterile Part Number: 72202895 Product Usage: intended for use for the reattachment of soft tissue to bone |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Smith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2166-2012 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 03 July 2012 |
| EAN / barcode | 50388181 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Distal part of the anchor may break on insertion into bone during surgery
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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