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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

ROTATION MEDICAL TENDON STAPLES (8) (narrow indication)-Intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissues. Product Number: 72205201

Reported: September 18, 2024 Initiated: August 12, 2024 #Z-3097-2024

Product Description

ROTATION MEDICAL TENDON STAPLES (8) (narrow indication)-Intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissues. Product Number: 72205201

Reason for Recall

Product packaging process may result in an improper or incomplete seal of the outer foil pouch surrounding the inner Tyvek pouch, compromising product sterility

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew Inc.
Units Affected
2961 units (OUS)
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates/Dubai (UAE).
Location
Andover, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ROTATION MEDICAL TENDON STAPLES (8) (narrow indication)-Intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissues. Product Number: 72205201. Recalled by Smith & Nephew Inc.. Units affected: 2961 units (OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
Product packaging process may result in an improper or incomplete seal of the outer foil pouch surrounding the inner Tyvek pouch, compromising product sterility
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 18, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-3097-2024.