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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

5.5MM Arthrogarde Hip Access Cannula

Reported: November 4, 2020 Initiated: September 21, 2020 #Z-0301-2021

Product Description

5.5MM Arthrogarde Hip Access Cannula

Reason for Recall

The J Lock feature on the cannula body was manufactured incorrectly, preventing the cannula from locking into an irrigation extender or arthroscope in the correct orientation.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Units Affected
143 units
Distribution
Domestic Distribution: CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IL, IN, MD, MO, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, WA, WI, WV. International Distribution: AU, BR, CA, CL, CN, CO, DE, ES, GB, HK, KR, PA, PT, TW.
Location
Andover, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
5.5MM Arthrogarde Hip Access Cannula. Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc.. Units affected: 143 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The J Lock feature on the cannula body was manufactured incorrectly, preventing the cannula from locking into an irrigation extender or arthroscope in the correct orientation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 4, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0301-2021.