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Smith & Nephew TRIVEX System Pneumatic Footswitch, Part #7209791; distributed by Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Endoscopy, Andov

FDA device recall Z-1105-2007 · posted 2007-08-02 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc Endoscopy Division
Reason for recall
Build-up of static charge in Pneumatic Footswitch tubing may cause control unit to reset to default settings in the operating room during surgery.
Action taken
Firm sent notification letters to consignees via overnight FedEx on 10/12-13/04. International customers were notified via letter on 11/10/04. Customers were asked to return footswitches for a replacement.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
DWQ
Quantity affected
274 units.
Distribution
Product sent to distributors nationwide and to the following countries: Australia, Austria, Canada, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Taiwan.
Date initiated
2004-10-12
Date posted
2007-08-02
Date terminated
2007-08-02
Location
Oklahoma City, OK

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