CERCLAGE WIRE, 0.6 MM DIA. X 175 MM LENGTH, SST, REF 71163006, QTY: (6), STERILE R, CE 008, 2020/07, Smith & Nephew, Inc., Memphis, TN 38116, EC REP: Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics GmbH, Tuttlingen, Germany Usage: Bone fracture fixation
Hazard
Plastic trays which encase these products have burrs on the hinged packaging which can puncture the single barrier sterile pouch, compromising sterility.
What You Should Do
Remedy
All affected Smith & Nephew Sales Representatives were notified of problem and the recall was sent via overnight mail on 01/23/2009. All affected Smith & Nephew International Distributors were notified via email and telephone on 01/23/2009. They were instructed to immediately quarantine the product for return.
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Products
CERCLAGE WIRE, 0.6 MM DIA. X 175 MM LENGTH, SST, REF 71163006, QTY: (6), STERILE R, CE 008, 2020/07, Smith & Nephew, Inc., Memphis, TN 38116, EC REP: Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics GmbH, Tuttlingen, Ge
- Brand
- Smith & Nephew Inc
- UPC
- Lot Number: 10DM13784
Units Affected
1 unit