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smith&nephew OXINIUM Femoral Head 12/14 Taper, REF 71343204, 32 MM OD +4, Sterile; and smith&nephew, 12/14 Taper, REF 71

FDA device recall Z-1901-2024 · posted 2024-05-24 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
Smith & Nephew Inc
Reason for recall
Packaging contained the incorrect size of femoral head from what was displayed on the label.
Action taken
The recalling firm issued letters on 4/24/2024 informing the consignees of the issue, the patient impact, risks to health, and the actions to be taken by the users. The actions included to locate and quarantine affected devices immediately and if they have been further distributed to other organizations, the consignee is requested to inform their consignees of this field action and provide a copy of the letter. A Customer Response form is to be completed and emailed or FAX'd back to the national Smith + Nephew agency/distributor. The product is to be returned to the national Smith + Nephew agency/distributor.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
LZO
Quantity affected
23 packages
Distribution
International distribution to the countries of Australia, Germany, Japan, Portugal, and United Kingdom.
Date initiated
2024-04-24
Date posted
2024-05-24
Location
Memphis, TN

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Related 510(k) clearances

RecordFirmDate
TOTAL HIP FEMORAL HEADS AND LINERS (K022958)Smith & Nephew, Inc.2002-10-02
TOTAL HIP FEMORAL HEAD - 12/14 TAPER (K021673)Smith & Nephew, Inc.2002-06-11