DYONICS POWER Shaver Blades, 4.5mm Long Full Radius, package of 3 Catalog Number: 7205341 Product Usage: Smith & Nephew DYONICS Disposable Endoscopic Blades are indicated for resection of soft and osseous tissues in both large and small articular cavities.
FDA Recall Z-2732-2011 · Posted 2011-07-01
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Recalling FirmSmith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHAB
Date Initiated2011-05-06
Date Terminated2012-05-09
Product Quantity555 units
Reason for Recall
Product has insufficient weld between the shaft tube and tip, could result in the tip separating from the shaft tube during use.
Firm Action
Smith & Nephew notified customers by an "URGENT - PRODUCT RECALL 1st NOTIFICATION" letter dated May 6, 2011. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken. The letter asked customers to call 800-343-5717 (option 3) or send an email to [email protected] for a Return Authorization (RA) Number to return product, obtain credit or order replacement blades. Customers are to complete the form and return to the address provided being sure to reference the RA number. For any questions regarding this recall customers were instructed to call 508-337-3731.
Root Cause
Process control
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution -- USA (nationwide) and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Turkey, and United Kingdom.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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