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Terminated

GENESIS(R) II CRUCIATE RETAINING ARTICULAR INSERT, TRIAL, SIZE 3-4, A/P 48 MM, M/L 68 MM, QTY 1, NON-STERILE, REF 71430490, Product Usage: Orthopedic

FDA Recall Z-1996-2013 · Posted 2013-08-22

Recalling FirmSmith & Nephew Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJWH
Date Initiated2013-07-08
Date Terminated2019-08-19
Product Quantity9 units

Reason for Recall

The products were produced using the wrong color material, resulting in the devices being red (used for deep dished inserts) instead of blue (used for cruciate retaining inserts).

Firm Action

Smith & Nephew sent an Urgent Recall Notification letter dated July 8, 2013 to all affected customers. Surgeons were notified by letter beginning on July 16, 2013. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to inspect inventory, locate unused devices, quarantine immediately, and return affected product to the address provided in the notification. For questions email to [email protected].

Root Cause

Labeling mix-ups

Distribution Pattern

International only: Germany, France, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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